An advertisement shows a frowning woman with severe acne and straight hair using a hair product. After using the product, she is shown smiling with clear skin and curly hair. The tagline of the advertisement is "For the curls you deserve." Which of the following informal fallacies is the advertisement most likely committing?
A. the fallacy of hasty generalization
B. the fallacy of questionable cause
C. the fallacy of appeal to inappropriate authority
D. the fallacy of popular appeal
Answer: B
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