Consider This Argument: "Giraffes Are Faster Than Elephants

question 33

Multiple Choice

Consider this argument: "Giraffes are faster than elephants. Therefore, cheetahs are faster than elephants." Which of the following is LEAST appropriate to use as a hidden premise in this argument?

• A) Anything that's slower than a giraffe is slower than a cheetah.
• B) Cheetahs are faster than giraffes.
• C) No other land animal is as fast as a cheetah.
• D) Nothing is faster than a cheetah.

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Definitions:

Detection of Sensations

The process by which sensory receptors and the nervous system receive and interpret stimuli from the environment.

Intermodal Perception

The combination and organization of data from various senses, like vision and hearing, to form a cohesive understanding.

Visual Tracking

The capability to visually follow a moving object smoothly and continuously.

Dishabituation

The process of responding to an old stimulus as if it were new again after a change in context or presentation, demonstrating the renewal of attention.