Consider this passage: "'Either we'll finish the yard work in time to go to the movie, or we'll enjoy a quiet evening at home,' said John. 'I don't see us finishing in time for the movie,' said Malaya. 'It's a quiet evening at home then,' said John." We can reasonably characterize this passage as __________.
A) a valid inference with the conclusion that the couple will be spending a quiet evening at home
B) a conversation that does not include any inferences at all
C) a fallacy of false dilemma
D) a fallacy of division
E) an invalid argument created by two individuals

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The passage shows a conversation where John concludes they will have a quiet evening at home based on Malaya's statement about not finishing the yard work in time for the movie, which is a valid inference from the given options.

Consider This Passage: "'Either We'll Finish the Yard Work in Time