The Fallacy of Diversion Occurs When Someone

question 62

Multiple Choice

The fallacy of diversion occurs when someone:

• A)uses the same word to mean two different things in an argument
• B)makes an argument that is too long and complicated for anyone to understand
• C)only provides one argument for a conclusion rather than two or three
• D)cannot respond to a serious objection raised by someone else
• E)changes the subject in the middle of an argument

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Definitions:

Williamson Ether Synthesis

A method for preparing ethers by reacting an alkoxide ion with a primary alkyl halide or tosylate under basic conditions.

Propoxycyclohexane

An organic compound featuring a cyclohexane ring with a propoxy substituent attached to it.

Synthesis Shown

This term is unclear out of context but generally refers to the depiction or explanation of a chemical synthesis process.

Necessary Reagents

Specific substances or chemicals required to carry out a chemical reaction.