Which of the Following Is Correct? Since 1950

question 112

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is correct? Since 1950

• A)U.S.exports and U.S.imports each about doubled.
• B)U.S.exports and U.S.imports each about tripled.
• C)U.S.exports about doubled and U.S.imports about tripled.
• D)U.S.exports about tripled and U.S.imports about doubled.

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Definitions:

Argumentum Ad Hominem

A logical fallacy that occurs when an argument is rebutted by attacking the character, motive, or other attribute of the person making the argument, rather than addressing the substance of the argument itself.

Gambler's Fallacy

The erroneous belief that if an event happens more frequently than normal during a past period, it will happen less frequently in the future, or vice versa.

Sunk Cost Fallacy

The misconception that one should continue an endeavor because of previously invested resources (time, money, effort) even if current costs outweigh the benefits.

Reductio Ad Absurdum

A logical argument technique where a proposition is disproven by following its implications to an absurd consequence.