Question

Enzo is writing an essay supporting longer resources in schools. He includes a statement from a doctor about how important physical activity is for kids' health. Why does the statement appeal to authority?

Answer 1

Answer and Explanation:

The statement appeals to authority because it relies on the doctor's expertise on the subject of health to support the claim that longer resources are needed in schools. Appeal to authority is a fallacy in which something is claimed to be true because it is said or defended by a supposed expert, or authority, on the matter. A doctor is indeed an expert when it comes to the subject of health. Still, Enzo's statement can be seen as an appeal to authority, since he is indeed using the doctor's authority to support his opinion.