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Regression fallacy

The regression (or regressive) fallacy is an informal fallacy. It assumes that something has returned to normal because of corrective actions taken while it was abnormal. This fails to account for natural fluctuations. It is frequently a special kind of the post hoc fallacy.

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Regression fallacy

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Regression fallacy → Assuming, Incidentally, Often, The
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Regression fallacy → Fallacy, Regression

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