The argument in the passage contains the C) straw man logical fallacy. This is because the author misrepresents the opposing viewpoint by suggesting that those who oppose the new library are "opposed to books and learning," which does not accurately reflect the opponents' actual concerns or arguments.
use the passage ; There is no question that we need to build a new library in our city. Our existing library is old and cramped, and it cannot meet the needs of our booming population. there are those who believe we do notneed a new librar, but why are they opposed to books and learning? which type of logical fallacy does this argument contain? A) bandwagon B) false dicotomy C) straw man D) slippery slope
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