GMAT Focus EditionVerbal ReasoningEasy
A new art gallery opened in a city known for its vibrant cultural scene. The gallery owner claims that the gallery will be financially successful because the city has a large population of wealthy art collectors. Which of the following, if true, would most strongly support the gallery owner's claim?
- AThe gallery plans to host regular events and workshops to attract a wider audience.
- BThe new gallery specializes in a niche art form that is highly sought after by wealthy collectors.
- CSeveral established art galleries in the city have recently closed due to declining sales.
- DThe city's overall tourism industry has been experiencing a significant boom in recent years.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: B. The new gallery specializes in a niche art form that is highly sought after by wealthy collectors.
The gallery owner's claim for financial success relies on the presence of wealthy art collectors. Option B strengthens this claim by establishing a direct connection between the gallery's offerings (niche art form) and the preferences of the target demographic (wealthy collectors), making it more likely that the collectors will spend money at this specific gallery.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Attracting a wider audience might help, but doesn't specifically strengthen the claim about success *because of wealthy art collectors*.
- C. This suggests a weakening trend in the art market, which would undermine the claim.
- D. Tourism boom is a general positive but doesn't specifically connect to wealthy art collectors making purchases at this particular gallery.
Strengthening Specific Links
To strengthen a claim based on a specific factor, provide additional information that directly connects that factor to the desired outcome.
- Focus on the precise connection made in the claim.
- Look for evidence that reinforces or makes the connection more direct.
- Avoid general positives that don't target the specific link.
Memory trick: Adding fuel to the fire makes it burn brighter.