According to your textbook, the following statement is an example of what type of fallacy?People who oppose the governor's new welfare program are all a bunch of selfish rich people who don't have any concern for those less fortunate than themselves.

A. invalid analogy
B. hasty generalization
C. ad hominem
D. false cause
E. bandwagon

Answer: C

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Which of the following should you try to do in the receiving stage of listening?

A) Focus on what is said, not on what is not said. B) As you listen, think about what you will say next. C) If you don't understand, stop the speaker and ask for clarification right away. D) Look for feedback to reveal how the speaker would like his or her message received.

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We experience _____ when we let our thoughts take away from our ability to listen

A) physical distractions B) mental distractions C) premature judgment D) biases

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