Which of the following is an example of the fallacy of composition?
A) If one bar offers cheaper drinks,it will increase its revenue;therefore,if all bars offer cheaper drinks,all bars will increase their revenue.
B) If one shop hires more employees,it will provide better service;therefore,if all shops hire more employees,all shops will provide better service.
C) If one bookstore stocks more books,it will have a better selection;therefore,if all bookstores stock more books,all bookstores will have a better selection.
D) If one TV station cuts down on commercials,it can provide more programming;therefore,if all TV stations cut down on commercials,all TV stations can provide more programming.
E) If one factory buys more equipment,it can produce more;therefore,if all factories buy more equipment,all factories can produce morE.

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The fallacy of composition is the assumption that what is true for one part of a group is true for the whole group. In this case, the argument assumes that what is true for one bar (cheaper drinks increase revenue) will be true for all bars, which is not necessarily the case.

Which of the Following Is an Example of the Fallacy