The Fallacy Known as Post Hoc, Ergo Propter Hoc, or Simply

question 20

Multiple Choice

The fallacy known as post hoc, ergo propter hoc, or simply "post hoc," involves confusing

• A) Temporal proximity with a cause-effect relationship
• B) A literal analogy with a figurative analogy
• C) A necessary cause with a sufficient cause
• D) An inductive leap with a deductive leap
• E) A hasty generalization with a sweeping generalization

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Definitions:

Logarithms

Mathematical operations that are the inverse of exponentiation, indicating the power to which a base number is raised to obtain a particular number.

Condense

To make something denser or more compact, especially in the context of writing or presenting information.

Logarithms

The magnitude a base, such as 10 or e, must reach when raised to result in a designated number.

Expand

To multiply out the terms of an expression.