Which of the following represents an invalid argument?

An invalid argument occurs when the conclusion does not logically follow from the premises provided. In the case of the selected answer, the reasoning presented is flawed because loving math is not necessarily a guaranteed result of working in accounting. While it is possible for someone to enjoy math due to their profession in accounting, there are many individuals who work in accounting but may not particularly love math. This disconnect makes the argument invalid because it does not provide sufficient evidence to conclude that a person must love math solely based on their profession.

In contrast, the other statements represent either factual assertions or directly observed claims. For instance, stating that all southbound freeway travelers were late to work is a specific observation that could be substantiated. Likewise, claiming that Adrian resides in one of the two Springfields is a logical deduction based on given information, and Lori’s statement about having 44 cans of soda is a declarative statement that can be verified or refuted. Thus, these options provide clarity and do not portray invalid reasoning in the same way that the selected argument does.