INSTRUCTIONS: Select the answer that best characterizes each argument. During the five years that Clarence has worn a Rolex watch, three of his married friends have gotten a divorce. Thus, to prevent any more divorces, it is essential that he stop wearing that watch
A) False cause.
B) No fallacy.
C) Suppressed evidence.
D) Weak analogy.
E) Accident.
A
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