The leader of the country says that she is honest. She also says, "You should believe what I say because I am the head of the nation's government." Which thinking error is the leader making?
A) Asserting the consequent
B) Shifting the burden of proof
C) Circular reasoning
D) Confirmation bias

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The leader is making a circular reasoning fallacy by using her position as evidence to support her claim of honesty. Her position as the head of the government is the very thing being questioned, so using it as evidence to support her own claim is circular.

The Leader of the Country Says That She Is Honest