Question

Which of the following arguments uses circular reasoning?

A.Regulations on motorists should be lifted because factories are a bigger source of pollution.
B.I don't agree that cheating is common in universities. I've never seen a single student cheat.
C.The gray wolves of Winter Falls Park should be protected because they need our support.
D.It's only natural that my opponent can't name all the state capitals given his poor education.

Answer 1

The correct answer is C.

Answer C is an example of circular reasoning because it begins and ends with the same idea. Basically, the statement is saying that the wolves should be protected because they need our protection. The two statements are the same; one is not proof of the other. This is an example of circular reasoning.