An Argument That Fails to Prove Anything Because It Takes

question 115

Multiple Choice

An argument that fails to prove anything because it takes for granted what it is supposed to prove is

• A) The fallacy of complex question.
• B) A particular version of the fallacy of petitio principii.
• C) The ad hominem fallacy.
• D) The fallacy of black-and-white thinking.

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Definitions:

Semantic Memory

A kind of enduring memory that enables the recollection of words, ideas, or digits, crucial for language utilization and comprehension.

Schemas

Cognitive frameworks or concepts that help individuals organize and interpret information in the world around them.

Fragmented Memories

Incomplete or disjointed memories that may not form a coherent or detailed recollection of events.

Semantic Memory

A component of long-term memory that processes ideas and concepts that are not drawn from personal experience, including knowledge of facts, words, and symbols.