Question

which logical fallacy is used in the text? how do i know that reagan is the most intelligent person in our geometry class? i know because shes so smart. circular reasoning: an argument that supports a claim with the claim itself false dichotomy: an argument that presents only two choices when more options exist ad hominem: a personal attack against ones opponent

Explanation:

The statement "I know Reagan is the most intelligent because she's so smart" uses the claim (she's the most intelligent) as its own support (she's so smart), which is circular reasoning. There are no two - choice false dichotomy or personal attacks present.

Answer:

circular reasoning: an argument that supports a claim with the claim itself