Principal's Argument and Student Preferences

Very Easy Critical Reasoning Evaluating Arguments

In a recent survey, a group of high school students was asked about their preference for using digital textbooks versus traditional printed textbooks. Out of the 100 students surveyed, 70 preferred digital textbooks, while 30 preferred printed books. The school principal stated, "Since the majority of students prefer digital textbooks, we should replace all printed textbooks with digital ones to meet students' needs."

Which of the following, if true, would most seriously weaken the principal's argument?

Many students who prefer digital textbooks do so only because they have been given access to them for free.

Digital textbooks are often more expensive than printed textbooks.

Only a small percentage of the surveyed students have used digital textbooks.

Printed textbooks are still the preferred choice in many other schools.

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