The Following Argument Is an Example of Reasoning

Multiple Choice

The following argument is an example of reasoning. CLAIM: Athletes receive preferential treatment in some classes.
GROUNDS: Members of the football team are allowed to miss classes without incurring the penalties imposed on non-athletes who miss classes.
WARRANT: These conditions suggest preferential treatment of the athlete over the non- athlete by some professors.
BACKING: Preferential treatment in the classroom is commonly recognized as being allowed to miss classes without penalty and being allowed extra time for exams.

A) cause
B) sign
C) generalization
D) parallel case