Evaluating arguments
Identify the logical fallacy in each of the following passages.
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For help with this exercise, see Reading arguments.
Question 1 of 10
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Question 2 of 10
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Question 3 of 10
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Question 4 of 10
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Question 5 of 10
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Question 6 of 10
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Question 7 of 10
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Question 8 of 10
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Question 9 of 10
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Question 10 of 10
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