Question

Amusement rides at permanent fairgrounds are dismantled once a year for safety
inspections by independent consultants. Traveling fairs, which relocate each month,
can slip past the net of safety inspections and escape independent inspection for
several years. Therefore, the rides at traveling fairs are less safe than the rides at
permanent fairs. Which of the following, if true about traveling fairs, most seriously weakens
the argument?

• A. \( \text{Operators dismantle rides before relocating, fixing issues like worn bearings.} \)
• B. \( \text{Managers have less capital for ride safety and upkeep.} \)
• C. \( \text{They rely less on safety reputation due to new customers.} \)
• D. \( \text{They miss equipment recall notices while traveling.} \)
• E. \( \text{Operators often ignore ride operation instructions.} \)

Hint:

Find evidence of alternative safety measures.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Argument: Lack of annual inspections makes traveling fair rides
less safe. Step 2: Need evidence that counters the safety gap.
Step 3: (A) shows regular dismantling and repairs, suggesting safety
checks despite no annual inspection. Step 4: Others (B, C, D, E) either support or don’t address the safety
difference.