In a Mystery Story, the Culprit Made These Statements When

question 155

Multiple Choice

In a mystery story, the culprit made these statements when describing the murder scene. Which of them was the only true statement?

• A) "It was just after midnight, as the new Moon was setting over the western horizon."
• B) "The time must have been about midnight because the full Moon was just setting in the west."
• C) "It was about 6 P.M., as the first-quarter Moon was just setting."
• D) "The full Moon was just rising as the Sun set."

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Definitions:

Appeal To Majority

A fallacy that occurs when one asserts that a proposition is true because most people believe it to be true.

Fallacy

A mistaken belief, especially one based on unsound argument or reasoning that appears logical but is actually flawed.

Catholic Church

The largest Christian church, led by the Pope, characterized by its long tradition and teachings that include the sacraments and doctrines of apostolic succession.

True Conclusion

An inference or result that logically follows from the premises and is consistent with established facts.