Which of the Following Statements Is Illustrative of the Post

question 81

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is illustrative of the post hoc fallacy?

• A)Believing that because most professional athletes lift weights,weightlifting produces professional athletes
• B)Believing that because one is muscular in body type,one is more likely to become a professional athlete
• C)Believing that because one is specially trained,one is more likely to become a professional athlete
• D)Believing that because one has benefitted from the best coaching,one will have a good chance of becoming a professional athlete

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Definitions:

Usage of Trade

Established customs and practices recognized in a particular industry or trade that can influence the interpretation of contracts and obligations.

Course of Dealing

The pattern of previous conduct between parties that establishes a common basis for understanding their future transactions and behaviors.

Course of Performance

Refers to the conduct between contracting parties that is consistently undertaken in the course of their business relationship, serving as an interpretative tool for their agreement.

Course of Dealing

The history of conduct between parties in a transaction, which can help interpret their agreement and obligations.