Imagine you read in the paper that a particular model of automobile had recently been recalled because of electrical issues. Based on the research on category induction, which of the following inferences would you most likely make?

A. that your car might develop electrical issues
B. that your house might develop electrical issues
C. that your truck might develop electrical issues
D. that your car might develop mechanical issues


Answer: A

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