"If a Theory Is True, Then Event X Should Occur

question 43

Multiple Choice

"If a theory is true, then event X should occur." Which of the following outcomes illustrates the fallacy of affirming the consequent?

• A) event X occurs, therefore the theory has been proven true
• B) event X occurs, therefore the theory has been supported
• C) event X does not occur, therefore the theory has been disproven
• D) event X does not occur, therefore the theory has not been supported

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