Pat Believes That the Reason for Her Success in Reading

question 73

Multiple Choice

Pat believes that the reason for her success in reading is the effort she puts into it.Pat is reflecting what type of locus of control?

• A)External
• B)Internal
• C)Stable
• D)Transitional

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Definitions:

Fallacy of Amphiboly

A logical fallacy resulting from ambiguous grammar that leads to a misinterpretation of a statement or argument.

Grammar

The set of structural rules governing the composition of clauses, phrases, and words in a natural language.

Confirmation Bias

The inclination to view new information as support for one's pre-existing opinions or hypotheses.

Fallacy of Popular Appeal

A logical fallacy that argues something is true because it is widely believed or accepted by many people.