Asked by Kensey Thurmond on Jul 13, 2024

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Which of the following definitions is circular?

A) rent: money paid to a landlord
B) socks: clothing worn on the feet
C) large: the attribute possessed by something that is big
D) Scrabble: a word game played on a game board
E) curtains: interior coverings for windows

Circular

In logic and argumentation, pertaining to a reasoning error where the conclusion is assumed in one of the premises; also known as circular reasoning.

  • Recognize and steer clear of definitions that are circular in nature.
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AB
amrit bajwa664Jul 19, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The definition for "large" uses the word "big" which is a synonym for "large", creating a circular definition.