(Last Word) the Post Hoc, Ergo Propter Hoc Fallacy Suggests

question 282

Multiple Choice

(Last Word) The post hoc, ergo propter hoc fallacy suggests that

• A)positive statements are always followed by normative judgments.
• B)positive statements can never be proven true or false.
• C)if one acts on one's expectations, those expectations will always be fulfilled.
• D)cause and effect can be determined merely by observing the sequence of events.

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Definitions:

Negative Affectivity

Propensity to view the world, including oneself and other people, in a negative light.

Type A Behaviour

A personality trait characterized by high levels of competitiveness, self-imposed stress, impatience, and a constant sense of urgency.

Self-Esteem

An individual's subjective evaluation of their own worth and capabilities.

Intergroup Bias

The tendency to favor one's own group over other groups in terms of judgment, preference, or treatment.