Which of the Following Best Illustrates the Fallacy of Composition

question 65

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best illustrates the fallacy of composition?

• A)​If the price of a product rises, the quantity supplied will decline.
• B)​The average wage rate tends to increase at approximately the same rate as inflation; hence, wage increases must cause inflation.
• C)​Resources are scarce; therefore, there is no such thing as a free lunch.
• D)​If I talk loudly at a party, I have a better chance of being heard by my listeners.If everyone at the party talks loudly, everyone can be heard more clearly.

---

Definitions:

Independent Cultural Values

Cultural norms and values that emphasize self-reliance, individual achievement, and personal autonomy.

Traditional Classrooms

Educational settings characterized by in-person, teacher-led instruction in a classroom environment, often featuring a structured curriculum.

Cultural Norms

Shared beliefs or behaviors considered acceptable and standard within a specific society or group.

Directive Child-Rearing Methods

Parenting techniques that involve explicit instructions and expectations from parents to children, often emphasizing obedience and discipline.