A property management company that operates a large townhouse complex has recently implemented a strict new policy that prohibits tenants from having certain breeds of dogs that it deems overly aggressive. The policy will apply only to new tenants and tenants who renew their leases. There has been a steep increase in the number of dog attacks associated with these breeds over the last two years, and the property manager has concluded that the new policy is the only way to reduce the number of attacks. The tenants’ association disagrees, claiming that the new policy will not significantly remedy the situation in the long run.

Which of the following, if true, would most effectively undermine the claim made by the tenants’ association?


A. Similar apartment complexes in the area have been able to effectively reduce the number of dog attacks.

B. There have been some dog attacks from breeds not added to the restricted list.

C. The apartment owner’s insurance policy does not cover any costs associated with dog attacks.

D. More than 90 percent of the current tenants have leases that expire over the next two years.

E. A majority of attacks occurred when tenants did not have proper control over their dogs.