Identify the Assumption in a Mood-Enhancement Argument

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Many people insist that eating chocolate can improve one's mood. A recent study found that individuals who consumed chocolate reported feeling happier than those who did not. Therefore, it seems that eating chocolate is an effective way to make yourself feel better.

Which of the following is an assumption that this argument relies on?

People who eat chocolate do so because they are already in a good mood.

There are no other factors that influence mood besides chocolate.

Only chocolate has mood-enhancing properties.

Happiness from chocolate consumption is permanent.

People who eat chocolate are more likely to report their feelings than those who do not.

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