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An argument states that a local gym saw increased membership after installing new equipment. It concludes that all gyms should install new equipment to boost membership. Which type of flaw is most evident here?

A Ad hominem
B Red herring
C Hasty generalization
D Circular reasoning

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

The argument draws a broad conclusion (all gyms should install new equipment) based on limited evidence (one local gym). This is a classic example of a hasty generalization, where a conclusion is reached too quickly from insufficient data.

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