Arguing That Something Must Be True (E

question 10

Multiple Choice

Arguing that something must be true (e.g., prisons reduce crime) because we've known or been doing it for a long time reflects which logical fallacy?

• A) appeal to tradition
• B) argument from personal incredulity
• C) circular reasoning
• D) false cause

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Definitions:

Problematic Patterns

Repeated behaviors or habits that are harmful or obstructive to one's well-being or social functioning.

Jean Piaget

A Swiss psychologist known for his work on child development and cognitive theory.

Cognitive Ability

The capacity to perform various mental activities related to learning, problem-solving, decision making, and comprehension.

Emotional Ability

It refers to the capacity to recognize, understand, and manage one's own emotions and the emotions of others.