What error in reasoning is Jess making in the following?
Devon: Why did you just do that?
Jess: Well, that's how most folks do it.
A) genetic fallacy
B) ad hominem
C) appeal to common practice
D) appeal to the minority

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Jess is making an appeal to common practice by saying that most folks do it that way, therefore implying that it must be the right or acceptable thing to do. However, just because something is commonly done doesn't necessarily mean it's the best or correct way to do it.

What Error in Reasoning Is Jess Making in the Following