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Based on the premise "Slate 's worthless e-mail provider is displaying its characteristic incompetence (surely not treachery--that would suggest paranoia on my part and determination and skill on theirs--not likely), I received no reader responses to today's quiz, except a few that slipped through enemy lines, and those using a back channel I'd rather not discuss.", can we conclude that "Slate is less concerned about the e-mail provider."?
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it is not possible to tell

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Based on the premise "Another conservative assumption is that the rate of total factor productivity growth is unaffected by the amount of investment.", can we conclude that "The assumption is conservative."?
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yes

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Based on the premise "There are more than 200 churches in Madrid, though in this country replete with spectacular cathedrals and churches, few are essential sights.", can we conclude that "Madrid only has 3 churches."?
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no