The Mistake of Inferring Causality from ________ Is Called the Post

question 131

Multiple Choice

The mistake of inferring causality from ________ is called the post hoc, ergo propter hoc fallacy.

• A) two events happening one after the other
• B) two or more related events occurring at the same time
• C) two or more unrelated events occurring at the same time
• D) the same event occurring multiple times

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Definitions:

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Bachelor's Degree

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Associate's Degree

A two-year post-secondary degree awarded by community colleges, junior colleges, technical colleges, and some four-year institutions.