The Post Hoc, Ergo Propter Hoc Fallacy Consists of

question 270

Multiple Choice

The post hoc, ergo propter hoc fallacy consists of

• A)using an example to "prove" a different point.
• B)inferring causality from chronological sequence.
• C)jumping to conclusions from an inadequate number of cases.
• D)arguing for or against a person's character rather than his view or opinion.

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Definitions:

Capital Pooling

The practice of collecting funds from multiple investors to invest in projects too large or risky for a single investor to undertake alone.

Manufacturing Regions

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Northern Europe

A geographical region in Europe, typically including countries such as Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, and sometimes the British Isles, known for its cold climate and advanced social welfare systems.

Coal Deposits

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