"If a theory is true, then event X should occur." Which of the following outcomes illustrates the fallacy of affirming the consequent?
A) event X occurs, therefore the theory has been proven true
B) event X occurs, therefore the theory has been supported
C) event X does not occur, therefore the theory has been disproven
D) event X does not occur, therefore the theory has not been supported
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