Consider the following argument:

Evidence: The American Cancer Society and the Food and Drug Administration have reported that tanning salons are not a safe option for getting a tan.

Claim: People should avoid tanning salons.

How is this argument being warranted?

A. example
B. authority
C. causation
D. sign
E. none of the above


ANS: b

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