Identify the fallacy in this argument "The New York Times reported that one-third of Republican senators have been guilty of Senate ethics violations. But you know that's false-the Times is a notorious liberal rag."

A) Genetic Fallacy
B) Appeal to Emotion
C) Red Herring
D) Straw Man


Ans: A) Genetic Fallacy

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Translate the following statement into symbols, using the schemes of abbreviation provided: Nathan's attendance in class is both a necessary and sufficient condition for his passing this class. (A: Nathan attends class; P: Nathan passes class.)

Symbols list You may use the list below to copy-and-paste the symbols into your answer as needed. ?; ?; •; ~; ?; ?

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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The visions of Amos did NOT include which of the following?

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