One of your friends scored in the 90s on her last ten exams. Although she has been studying for this exam and feels prepared, she told you, "I know I'm going to flunk this exam. I've been doing too well on exams." Your friend is committing the error of
A)illogical reasoning.
B)theory.
C)inaccurate observation.
D)selective observation.
E)overgeneralization.

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Your friend's belief that she will fail the exam despite consistently high scores is an example of illogical reasoning, as it contradicts the evidence of her past performance.

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