You Are Reading a Political Blog and Come Across the Following

question 5

Multiple Choice

You are reading a political blog and come across the following sentiment: "Politicians are liars. John Doe is a politician. Therefore, John Doe is a liar." You are most likely to judge this as logical if you

• A) dislike politicians.
• B) really like politicians.
• C) are a Republican.
• D) are a Democrat.

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A controversial and scientifically discredited concept suggesting that some populations or individuals are inherently less capable or less evolved genetically than others.

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The degree to which a test or measurement method produces stable, consistent, and repeatable results over time.

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