The argument contains an example of the fallacy named in parentheses. Explain how the fallacy occurs in the argument.(Diversion) We've just remodeled the restaurant, so our food is delicious!

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What will be an ideal response?

Answer 1

Answers may vary. Possible answer: The conclusion of this argument (our food is delicious) is not related to the premise (We've just remodeled the restaurant). This argument represents the fallacy of diversion because it attempts to divert attention from the real issue (the taste of the food) by focusing on another issue (the remodeling of the restaurant). The issue to which attention is diverted is sometimes called a red herring.