An advertisement for an organizer claims that people without organizers are viewed by their colleagues as sloppy and disorganized. Which of the following fallacies is being employed by this advertisement?
A. snob appeal
B. the fallacy of appeal to inappropriate authority
C. the fallacy of popular appeal
D. scare tactics
Answer: D
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