Which of the following best describes the fallacy of begging the question?
A) a circular definition
B) a definition with many possible interpretations
C) an ambiguously worded definition
D) an oversimplified definition

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Begging the question is a logical fallacy where the argument's conclusion is assumed in one of the premises, essentially creating a circular reasoning where the statement or claim is taken for granted without any evidence. This is most closely aligned with "a circular definition," where the definition assumes the truth of what it is trying to prove.

Which of the Following Best Describes the Fallacy of Begging