Which of the Following Is Not an Example of the Fallacy

question 48

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not an example of the fallacy of composition?

• A) If I can get to work fastest by taking the interstate, so can everyone else.
• B) If I can only get away from it all by going to Fairbanks, everyone who needs to get away should go to Fairbanks.
• C) Every time I play with my dog, it rains; therefore, playing with my dog brings rain.
• D) If a Couch Potato antenna gives me the best TV reception, then everyone should have a Couch Potato antenna.
• E) If I can get a better view by standing up at the baseball game, then everyone can get a better view by standing up.

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Definitions:

Nonmaterial

Pertaining to aspects of a culture or society that are not physical or tangible, such as beliefs, values, rules, and norms.

Social Change

The alteration over time in societal structures and cultural norms and values, which can result from collective human actions, policies, or natural events.

Loosely Defined Norms

Social rules that are not strictly enforced or are vague in nature, often leading to varied interpretations.

Substantial Number

A phrase referring to a significant or considerable amount or quantity of something.