Jessica has played 8 games of Bingo without winning a single game. Therefore, her chances are much better for winning the next game.
A) False cause.
B) Missing the point.
C) No fallacy.
D) Weak analogy.
E) Argument against the person, circumstantial.

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This is an example of false cause fallacy, because Jessica's past performance does not necessarily affect her future chances of winning. Each game is independent and her chances remain the same.

Jessica Has Played 8 Games of Bingo Without Winning a Single