Which of the Following Statements Reflects a Post Hoc, Ergo

question 65

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements reflects a post hoc, ergo propter hoc fallacy?

• A) It's hard for me to believe what someone says when they are covered in tattoos.
• B) Ever since marijuana was decriminalized, the sale of alcohol has gone down. And this has resulted in fewer liquor taxes being paid.
• C) I don't want to stay for the party because I might have fun. If I have fun, I might like it, and if I like it, I might want to have it again. And I won't, and that would be a disaster.
• D) I will vote for anyone before I vote for our governor again. She doesn't care about anyone but big business and won't vote for anything that benefits state employees.
• E) I hate little dogs. They're all yappers.

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Definitions:

Despondent

Feeling or showing extreme discouragement, dejection, or depression.

Passionate

Describes having, showing, or caused by strong feelings or beliefs.

Companionate

Refers to love characterized by deep affection, friendship, and emotional intimacy, as opposed to passionate love.

Self-effacing Bias

The tendency to attribute success to external factors and failures to oneself, often observed in cultures that value modesty and collectivism.