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Which fallacy is committed in the following argument? "Smooth Sailing is all that's there to LIFE with ABC Insurance Policy."
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Which fallacy is committed in the following argument?
"Smooth Sailing is all that's there to LIFE with ABC Insurance Policy."

A.

The Appeal to Emotion

B.

The Appeal to Pity

C.

The Appeal to Force

D.

Irrelevant Conclusion

Correct option is A


The fallacy in this argument is Appeal to Emotion. The phrase "Smooth Sailing is all that's there to LIFE with ABC Insurance Policy" uses emotional manipulation to create a positive, relaxed image associated with purchasing the insurance, rather than providing logical reasons or evidence about the policy's benefits.
Information Booster: 1. Appeal to Emotion: Uses emotional triggers to persuade rather than providing rational arguments. Appeal to Emotion is common in advertising, where positive feelings are linked to products without rational justification.
Additional Knowledge: · Appeal to Pity is often seen in arguments that use sympathy to gain support.
· Irrelevant Conclusion diverts attention from the argument's logical basis, drawing unrelated conclusions.
· Appeal to Pity: Seeks to win an argument by evoking sympathy or compassion.
· Appeal to Force: Coercion or threats used to sway someone to a conclusion.
· Irrelevant Conclusion (Ignoratio Elenchi): When the conclusion does not follow from the premises, often because of emotional distractions.

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