Larry said State is now ahead 18-14 in the football game, but that can't be right. Two minutes ago, the score was tied 14-14, and it's not possible for a team to score 4 points in football. In football, you can only score in increments of 1 (with an extra point), 3 (with a field goal), 6 (with a touchdown), 7 (with a touchdown and extra point), and 8 (with a touchdown and a two-point conversion). Obviously, Larry is mistaken.
A) loaded question
B) questionable cause
C) false alternatives
D) inconsistency
E) no fallacy

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Larry's statement overlooks the possibility of scoring a safety, which awards 2 points, thus excluding a valid scoring method that could lead to a 4-point increase (two safeties).

Larry Said State Is Now Ahead 18-14 in the Football