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Read the paragraph and answer the question that follows.

Liz received an A in math. Liz also got an A in physics. Therefore, you need to get an A in math to get an A in physics.
Which form of logical fallacy does the paragraph use to draw its conclusion?

inductive reasoning
false analogy
hasty generalization
circular reasoning

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The answer to your question is: hasty generalization.
Explanation to the answer: I just know
Jk.
The paragraph uses the hasty generalization form of logical reasoning because they have drawn a conclusion based on insufficient evidence. The fact that liz received a grade A in both maths and physics, does not necessarily mean that one caused the other or that this is true for everyone.
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