One typical fallacy employed by advertisements is the fallacy of popular appeal.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
True
Advertisers often attempt to make their product or service seem more appealing by creating the impression that everyone likes it. The implied conclusion is that you, too, should like it, but this is just an instance of the fallacy of popular appeal.
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a. all issues of axiology b. what constitutes moral behavior and intention c. the meaning of ethical terms d. none of the above
Pojman argues that affirmative action is unjust because it violates __________
a. The principle of merit b. Standards of justice c. Mandate of impartiality d. Law of reciprocity
One fact that Dutton cites in support of his theory of the evolutionary basis of art is the universal fascination with fiction
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
For Marx, the job of the state is to:
a. provide safe working conditions b. protect us from each other c. provide equal justice for all d. protect the interests of the dominant class