Sparky the Weasel Is Clearly Unqualified to Operate the Paradise

question 9

Multiple Choice

Sparky the Weasel is clearly unqualified to operate the Paradise Day Care Center for young children. A few years ago Sparky was convicted of fifteen counts of child molestation and statutory rape.

• A) Appeal to the people.
• B) Begging the question.
• C) Argument against the person, abusive.
• D) Argument against the person, circumstantial.
• E) No fallacy.

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Definitions:

Relationship Longevity

The duration and persistence of a social connection, partnership, or marriage over time.

Dark Triad

A grouping of three personality traits: narcissism, Machiavellianism, and psychopathy, which are associated with a manipulative, exploitative, and socially aversive behavior.

Psychopathy

A disorder of the personality marked by ongoing antisocial actions, a lack of empathy, alongside bold, uninhibited, and self-centered characteristics.

Machiavellianism

A personality trait that sees a person so focused on their own interests they will manipulate, deceive, and exploit others to achieve their goals.