The following argument commits the fallacy of circular reasoning: "I read last week on Wikipedia that any false information is removed from Wikipedia within 24 hours. Therefore, any information that's been on Wikipedia for more than 24 hours is true."

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The argument assumes that information on Wikipedia is true because it is not removed, which is the same as saying it is not removed because it is true, thus reasoning in a circle without providing external verification.

The Following Argument Commits the Fallacy of Circular Reasoning: "I