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question 61

Multiple Choice

Your friend notices that U.S. auto production and U.S. population growth have moved together over several decades. He reasons that one way to slow population growth is for the government to order the auto makers to cut back on production. You gently point out to him that he

• A) is correct only when the economy is in a recession
• B) has mistakenly inferred causation from observed correlation
• C) has ignored secondary effects
• D) has committed the fallacy of composition
• E) is correct only when the United States enjoys economic growth

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Definitions:

Cultural Feminist

A branch of feminism that emphasizes the difference between women and men and believes in celebrating feminine qualities and experiences, often through social and cultural means.

Essentialism

The belief that entities have a set of attributes essential to their identity and function, often used in discussions of gender, race, and cultural identities.

Women's Uniqueness

An approach recognizing and valuing the distinct characteristics, perspectives, and contributions of women in various spheres of life.

Sociological Feminists

focus on understanding the social constructions of gender roles and gender inequality.