Question

question 9 of 10
which of these is an example of a non sequitur?

a. if you like driving fast, you will like this car.

b. if you like steak and potatoes, you will like this stew.

c. he likes to read, so im sure hell enjoy surfing.

d. he likes fish, so i think he will like sushi.

Explanation:

A non - sequitur is a statement where the conclusion does not logically follow from the premise.

• Option A: Liking driving fast and liking a car (presumably a fast car) has a logical connection.
• Option B: Liking steak and potatoes and liking a stew with those ingredients has a logical connection.
• Option C: Liking to read and liking surfing have no logical connection. The conclusion does not follow from the premise.
• Option D: Liking fish and liking sushi (which contains fish) has a logical connection.

Answer:

C. He likes to read, so I'm sure he'll enjoy surfing.