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3 DEC SS Q.24

24An informed fallacy in which the conclusion of an argument is stated or assumed in anyone of the premises is known as:
(A) Begging the question
(B) Circular argument
(C) Ignoratio elenchi
(D) Petitio principii
Choose the correct option from the following:
  • Option : A
  • Explanation : When an argument's premises assume the truth of the conclusion, instead of supporting it , a fallacy of begging the question occurs.
    Circular argument is a logical fallacy in which the reasoning begins with what has to be ended with. Ignoratio elenchi is a logical fallacy of apparently refuting an opponent while actually disproving something not asserted. Petitio Principii is a fallacy in which a conclusion is taken for granted in the premises.
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