Appeals to authority do not qualify as good evidence because:
A)they always lack common sense.
B)authority figures are likely to distort the truth.
C)authority does not mean that there is sound,scientific evidence.
D)authority is typically based on anecdotal evidence.

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Appealing to authority is not enough to establish a claim as true. Authority figures may be biased, misinformed, or influenced by factors other than scientific evidence. Therefore, relying solely on the opinion of an authority figure is not a reliable way to support an argument or claim. Sound, scientific evidence must be provided to support any conclusion.

Appeals to Authority Do Not Qualify as Good Evidence Because