Julian is writing a speech to persuade his parents to buy him a car. Read the excerpt from his argument and answer the question that follows.
I think I've definitely proven how responsible I am over the last year. I make great grades, I'm a leader in extracurricular activities, and I can juggle eight balls in the air at the same time.
Which logical fallacy has Julian used?
Ad populum
Hasty generalization
Non sequitur
Strawman
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Julian has used the logical fallacy of "Non sequitur." This term is Latin for "it does not follow," and it describes a situation where the conclusion does not logically follow from the premises or evidence presented. In Julian's case, while making good grades and being a leader in extracurricular activities might support his claim of being responsible, the ability to juggle eight balls in the air is irrelevant to proving responsibility for owning and driving a car.
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