Which of the Following Best Illustrates the Fallacy of Composition

question 90

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best illustrates the fallacy of composition?

• A) If Mr. Ahmad had more money, he would buy a new car; if he had a new car, he would have less money.
• B) If Mr. Mua had more money, he could buy more goods; if the Mua family had more money, it could buy additional goods.
• C) If Ms. Smith had more money, she would buy her children more gifts; if her children had more gifts, they would be happier.
• D) If Ms. Shiflet had more money, she could buy more scarce goods; if the nation had more money, everyone could buy more scarce goods.

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Definitions:

Superior

Higher in rank, quality, or importance; often used to describe someone or something that excels compared to others.

Declarative

Pertaining to a statement or expression that makes a statement or assertion, conveying information.

Conditional

Depending on specific conditions or stipulations to be met before something else can occur or be considered true.

Intimate

Characterized by a close personal association or familiarity, often relating to personal or private matters.