Scott states that because he has experience climbing the wall at the rock-climbing gym that he is prepared to climb mt. everest. this statement is a logical fallacy called

a authority

b hasty generalization

c popularity

d slippery slope

How does the author's use of hyperbole to characterize jim smily? a) it characterizes smily as an introverted loner who prefers books to people. b) it characterizes smily as a man who is kind and nurturing toward others who are less fortunate. c) it characterizes smily as a man who is evil and vindictive toward any one who crosses his path. d) it characterizes smily as a man who is a risk-taker who willing bets on anything and with anyone.