Making an unwarranted assumption is more likely to occur when a person:
A) has a belief that is consistent with a stereotype or bias about people.
B) makes a counterargument that is particularly disagreeable.
C) asserts the antecedent in a deductive argument.
D) makes all of the premises explicit in an argument.

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Unwarranted assumptions often stem from preconceived beliefs or biases about individuals or groups, which can lead a person to make assumptions without sufficient evidence. Choices B, C, and D are not directly related to the occurrence of unwarranted assumptions.

Making an Unwarranted Assumption Is More Likely to Occur When