One Should Be Especially Skeptical About the Claims of Recovered

question 22

Multiple Choice

One should be especially skeptical about the claims of recovered memories in all of the following cases, EXCEPT:

• A) abuse involving satanic rituals.
• B) abuse that occurred before the age of 3.
• C) memories of abuse that began as vague impressions.
• D) memories of abuse coming as flashbacks.

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Definitions:

False Dichotomy

A logical fallacy that presents two opposing options as the only possibilities, when in fact more options exist.

Weak Analogy

An argument based on insufficient parallels between two or more entities, which may lead to faulty conclusions.

Circular Argument

A logical fallacy in which the conclusion is supported by premises that assume the truth of the conclusion instead of providing evidence for it.

Hedonic Adaptation

The observed process of people returning to a set level of happiness despite major positive or negative events or life changes.