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NO. ANSWER 1 Louis is assuming that the endorsements of his product make it the best in the market because he states "It must be the best among other products out there" without providing any further evidence or comparison to other products on the market. He is making a claim that his product is the best, but he is not providing any data or analysis to back up this claim. Endorsements are important, but they are not the only criteria to determine the best product in the market. There are other factors such as price, effectiveness, and customer feedback that must be considered as well. Making such a statement without providing evidence can be perceived as overconfidence and may lead to skepticism among potential customers like Sarah. Option B is the correct answer. 2 Mike's statement is flawed because he is using the opinions of other employees as the basis for his disagreement with Kelly's proposal, without providing any evidence to support his stance. Instead of evaluating Kelly's proposal on its own merits, Mike is relying on the opinions of others to support his position, which is not a sound reasoning approach. Option A is the correct answer. 3 Option B best describes the flaw in Nina's statement because it is an exaggeration and an assumption without providing evidence to support it. While plastic pollution is a serious issue, it is not accurate to say that not recycling will lead to oceans filled with plastic. Option B is the correct answer. 4 The flaw in Liam's statement is that he assumed that the teacher's knowledge is true because it came from the teacher (Option C). He did not consider the possibility that the teacher might be wrong or that the teacher's opinion might be biased, or consider other sources that may provide a different perspective on the War of 1812. He is committing the "appeal to authority" fallacy by assuming that something is true simply because it came from an authority figure. It is important to critically evaluate information, even if it comes from a reputable source. Option C is the correct answer. 5 The flaw in Jasmine's statement is that she presented a false dilemma by only giving two options for their family's future. By stating that their only options are to move to the city or stay in the small town forever, she is implying that there are no other alternatives or possibilities for their family's future. This is not necessarily true and it limits the possibilities and options that they can consider for their family's future. Option C is the correct answer. 6 Gary implies that not trying bungee jumping will result in a "boring life," which is an extreme and unsupported statement. This type of exaggeration, also known as hyperbole, can make the argument seem less credible and might not convince others who may have different interests or preferences. Option A is the correct answer. 7 The correct answer is B. Rachael used the bandwagon fallacies to pressure her friends into going to Hawaii. She implies that they should go to Hawaii because it is popular and they don't want to be left behind. This is a logical fallacy known as the bandwagon fallacy, which is the belief that something must be true or good because many people believe it. It is important to ©Scholarly 2025. All rights reserved. All digital content and materials provided are proprietary and protected under copyright law. Any reproduction or sharing of digital files, including screenshots, recordings, or downloads, is strictly prohibited without the prior written consent of Scholarly.
make decisions based on evidence and personal preferences rather than following the crowd. Option B is the correct answer. 8 In Jack's statement, he is using the fact that the car has been approved by the NHTSA as a reason to convince his sister to buy it. He is implying that because the NHTSA is an authority on cars, their approval of the car is enough to make it safe and reliable. This is a logical fallacy known as the "appeal to authority" which consists of using the credibility of an authority figure or institution to support a claim without providing any actual evidence. Option A is the correct answer. 9 Option C could be the flaw but it focuses on the prejudice toward David due to his tardiness, which is a part of her thinking but not the main flaw. Her core mistake is jumping to a conclusion about his guilt based only on his lateness, without further investigation or evidence. Option D best describes the flaw in Julie's statement as she assumed that her coworker, David, is guilty without proper evidence. This is a logical fallacy known as "jumping to conclusions" or "assuming guilt" where one makes a conclusion without sufficient evidence to support it. This type of reasoning is unfair and unjust, as it presumes guilt without proper investigation or proof. Option D is the correct answer. 10 Instead of addressing the issue and explaining why his past actions do not reflect his stance on environmental issues, he dismissed Rebecca's argument by implying that she was attacking him personally. In addition to that, he responded with a personal attack as a way to dismiss what Rebecca said. This is a flaw as it is not a logical approach to counter an argument. Option A is the correct answer. 11 Tom misrepresented environmentalists' views by exaggerating them and simplifying them. He made a sweeping generalization that environmentalists want to shut down all industry and make people live like cavemen, without considering the complexity of the issues and the diversity of opinions among environmentalists. He also assumed that environmentalists are against progress and job growth, without considering the fact that many environmentalists believe in balancing economic growth with environmental protection. Option A is the correct answer. 12 Mark exaggerates the flaws of other car brands and presents his preferred brand as the only reliable option. He presents a false dilemma by implying that the only choice is his preferred brand and all other car brands are unreliable and will break down on you all the time. He does not consider the reputation and customer satisfaction rates of other car brands which are important factors to consider when buying a car. Option A is the correct answer. 13 The flaw in Dr. Smith's statement lies in his assumption that the device is safe and effective just because he has been using it for the past year. The FDA's approval process is designed to ensure the safety and efficacy of medical devices before they are used on patients. Just because a device has been used by one individual, it does not guarantee that it is safe and effective for everyone. Additionally, Dr. Smith is implying that the FDA is being slow to approve the device for no reason, when in reality, the approval process can be complex and take time to complete. By disregarding the FDA's role and processes, Dr. Smith is ©Scholarly 2025. All rights reserved. All digital content and materials provided are proprietary and protected under copyright law. Any reproduction or sharing of digital files, including screenshots, recordings, or downloads, is strictly prohibited without the prior written consent of Scholarly.
undermining the importance of ensuring patient safety through proper regulation. Option B is the correct answer. 14 Ms. Williams is oversimplifying the complex reasons behind the American Revolution by stating that the only reason for the rebellion was to escape taxes and have more economic freedom Option A is the correct answer. 15 Dad used the slippery slope fallacy, which is when a person argues that a particular event will lead to a series of negative events without any evidence to support the claim. There is no factual evidence in the passage or the dialogue that Sophia’s dad’s statement to be true. Option D is the correct answer. 16 In the given scenario, Dr. Johnson's statement is flawed because she is assuming that the absence of evidence disproving her claim means that her claim is true. Just because she believed no one else had access to the lab that day, doesn’t mean he stole them. Option D is the correct answer. 17 Alex is assuming that the opposition is spreading false information without providing any evidence. He is making a claim without providing any supporting facts or evidence. It is also a form of fallacy called "shifting the burden of proof" as Alex is claiming that the opposition is spreading false information and it is the opposition's responsibility to prove that it is not true. Option A is the correct answer. 18 Professor James' statement is implying that Hayley is not capable of understanding the concept and doubting her intelligence and abilities in the subject. This is not only demeaning but also it can create a negative impact on Hayley's motivation and self-esteem. It's important for educators to have a growth mindset and believe that all students have the potential to learn and understand difficult concepts. Option B is the correct answer. 19 Dr. Jones is assuming that the traditional method is outdated and high-risk without any evidence. He is dismissing the traditional method without providing any evidence to support his claim that it's outdated and has a high risk of complications. It's important for Dr. Jones to consider the evidence and research behind the traditional method, and to weigh the potential risks and benefits of both methods before making a decision. Option A is the correct answer. 20 The correct answer is D, John is not considering potential cost-saving measures or alternative solutions to address the budget constraints. He is not taking the time to evaluate the budget and identify potential areas for cost savings, or explore other options that could help keep the project on track. This type of thinking is not proactive and solution-oriented, which is essential for a successful project manager. Option D is the correct answer. 21 Christine is assuming that Nash’s client is guilty without considering the opposing evidence. She is making a broad statement without providing any evidence to back it up. It's important for Christine to consider the evidence on both sides and not make ©Scholarly 2025. All rights reserved. All digital content and materials provided are proprietary and protected under copyright law. Any reproduction or sharing of digital files, including screenshots, recordings, or downloads, is strictly prohibited without the prior written consent of Scholarly.
assumptions about the guilt of the client without considering all the evidence presented. Additionally, it's important to keep in mind that a lawyer's job is to present the evidence in the best possible light, whether it's in favor of the client or not. Option A is the correct answer. 22 Sarah is not considering alternative solutions that might be more effective in reducing litter. She is assuming that her proposed "name and shame" policy is the only solution without considering other potential ways to address the issue such as education campaigns, providing more trash cans, imposing fines, or even community clean-up events. It's important to consider multiple solutions and weigh the pros and cons before implementing any policy. Option C is the correct answer. 23 Sweet's mistake was assuming that everyone else is as helpless as she was in this situation. She falsely assumed that since she couldn't accomplish anything, nobody else could either. There were more possibilities, but these were only inferred by Sweet. Option A is the correct answer. 24 Princess is considering only one aspect of solar energy, which is the cost of installation. It is not enough to dismiss solar energy entirely by only citing its costs. Option B is the correct answer. 25 Tom relied on rumors and hearsay as the basis for his opinion. He is making an assumption about the game's quality based on what he heard, rather than trying it out himself or getting firsthand information. He should consider other sources of information before making a judgment. Option B is the correct answer. 26 John assumed that the election was rigged without any evidence. John is making an assumption that the election was rigged without any supporting evidence, rather than relying on facts or the official results of the election. Option D is the correct answer. 27 The answer is D. Mark assumed that the new smartphone model has poor battery performance without any evidence. He is making an assumption about the product's battery performance based on what he heard, rather than trying it out himself or getting firsthand information. Option D is the correct answer. 28 Option A is the best answer that describes the flaw in John's statement. It is a logical flaw because it is an assumption, as someone's age does not necessarily determine their ability to understand politics. It's a form of ageism and it's not fair to judge someone based on their age. Option A is the correct answer. 29 This statement is an example of a Strawman, which is a type of logical fallacy that occurs when a person misrepresents or exaggerates an opponent's argument in order to make it easier to defeat. Jane is misrepresenting the opponent's argument by ©Scholarly 2025. All rights reserved. All digital content and materials provided are proprietary and protected under copyright law. Any reproduction or sharing of digital files, including screenshots, recordings, or downloads, is strictly prohibited without the prior written consent of Scholarly.