"Immediately after the governor spoke at the outdoor rally, a bolt of lightning struck City Hall, injuring several people. For the safety of all the residents of this city, it is imperative that the governor not be asked to speak here again." Identify the fallacy that applies to this example.

A. The questionable cause fallacy
B. The fallacy of inconsistency
C. The fallacy of appeal to ignorance
D. The fallacy of inappropriate appeal to authority
E. None of the answers are correct


Answer: A

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