Consider the Following Argument: "The Moon Is Made of Cheese

question 10

Multiple Choice

Consider the following argument: "The moon is made of cheese. In films of astronauts walking on the moon, they are clearly not walking on cheese. Therefore, the films were faked." One problem with this argument is:

• A) The first premise is not acceptable.
• B) The premises are not relevant to the conclusion.
• C) The argument commits the fallacy of wishful thinking.
• D) The conclusion is not knowable by testimony.

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