Question

determining fallacious reasoning. experts have linked the increase in teen car accidents to an increase in the use of social media while driving. teen drivers are using social media to take selfies while driving. this behavior causes dangerous driving situations that may result in deadly accidents. the only way to stop teen accidents caused by distracted driving is to block social media apps while a car is in motion. what type of fallacy does the author use? bandwagon appeal to pity ad hominem false dilemma

Explanation:

The author claims that the only way to stop teen - accidents caused by distracted driving is to block social media apps while a car is in motion. There are other possible solutions like driver education, stricter laws etc., presenting a false dichotomy. This is a false dilemma fallacy. A false dilemma occurs when only two options are presented as the only possibilities when in fact there are more.

Answer:

false dilemma