The Following Statement Appears in a Proposal to Install a Large

question 32

Multiple Choice

The following statement appears in a proposal to install a large pond near an amphitheater: "Jones Company is an expert in pond preparation. We installed our first pond at Jameson Park earlier this year." What type of reasoning does the passage display?

• A) post hoc reasoning
• B) inadequate sampling
• C) arguing from ignorance
• D) arguing from authority

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Definitions:

Crime

Activities that involve violation of legal codes and are punishable by the state or other authority.

Aggression

Behaviors or actions intended to harm or intimidate others, driven by various factors including biological, psychological, or social influences.

White Collar Crimes

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Crimes committed by individuals from a lower socio-economic background, usually involving manual labor or non-office environments, and often include theft, vandalism, or assault.