A fallacious argument in which a speaker draws a faulty conclusion from extreme exceptions or from limited evidence is called a _________________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


hasty generalization

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What led white Americans and African Americans to view the O.J. Simpson trial with such very different attitudes?

a. The two groups had different opinions of the honesty of law enforcement. b. The two groups had different ideas about the justifiability of murder. c. The two groups had different evaluations of O.J. Simpson's character. d. The two groups had different feelings about the role of the media in the legal system.

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Which of the following is NOT true about the benefits of intercultural relationships?

A. They may help us acquire new skills. B. They do not last as long as same culture relationships. C. They may teach us something about history. D. They can help to break stereotypes.

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According to Prince Metternich, a 19th Century statesman, the characteristic feature of the Germans was:

a. Unity b. Multiplicity c. A melting pot d. A mosaic e. Constant warfare

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Chantal notices that her audience is starting to fidget and a few have started putting away their

materials. Chantal needs to make one more crucial point before she ends her presentation. Chantal's best course of action to adapt to her audience is to A) stop as soon as possible and forget about her last point. B) acknowledge the audience's feedback and explain she has one more important point to make that will be worth their time. C) continue on as if she didn't notice the audience's fidgeting. D) chastise the audience for their inattention.

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