Which of the following best describes the genetic fallacy?
A) believing in the literal truth of the story of Genesis
B) confusing the origin of something with what it becomes at a later stage
C) believing that human genes tell us anything about human behavior
D) believing that we can understand the origin of the universe

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The genetic fallacy occurs when someone confuses the origin of something with its current nature or value, mistakenly attributing the qualities or flaws of the origin to its present form.

Which of the Following Best Describes the Genetic Fallacy