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Read the sentence. We shouldn’t vote for a new mayor because no one will vote. Which logical fallacy is used in the sentence?

A. hasty generalization
B. circular reasoning
C. red herring
D. ad hominem attack

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The answer is B, circular reasoning
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Answer:

Circular reasoning

Step-by-step explanation:

Circular reasoning refers to a type of logical fallacy in which the argument begins with the premise that the reasoner is trying to end with. This means that the components of a circular argument are often logically valid because if the premises are true, the conclusion must also be true. However, the argument does not provide any useful information because the premises are in as much need for evidence as the conclusion.

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