When Reasoning from Specific Instances, a Persuasive Speaker Should Be

question 251

Multiple Choice

When reasoning from specific instances, a persuasive speaker should be especially careful to avoid the fallacy of

• A) false cause.
• B) appeal to tradition.
• C) hasty generalization.
• D) appeal to ignorance.
• E) false example.

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