An advertisement for dietary supplements stereotypically portrays an Asian family as high achievers who attribute their achievements to the use of the dietary supplements. Which of the following fallacies is the advertisement committing?
A. the fallacy of popular appeal
B. the fallacy of unquestionable cause
C. the fallacy of hasty generalization
D. the fallacy of appeal to inappropriate authority
Answer: C
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