When speakers attempt to persuade without adequate evidence or use arguments that are irrelevant or inappropriate,they are using
A)an opinion.
B)a deduction.
C)a fallacy.
D)an inference.

Question

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When speakers use arguments that are irrelevant or inappropriate or attempt to persuade without evidence, they are committing a fallacy. A fallacy is an error in reasoning that renders an argument invalid. Therefore, the appropriate option is C, a fallacy.

When Speakers Attempt to Persuade Without Adequate Evidence or Use