Which one of the following illustrates the post hoc fallacy?
a. If I had been the son of Socrates, I would be doing better on this quiz right now.
b. I am using my lucky pencil to take this quiz, so I will definitely get a good grade.
c. I do very well at taking these quizzes because test-taking is one of the things I do best.
d. Either Ii will ace this quiz or I will fail it.
ANS: B
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