Read the following: 'The new policy may reduce costs in the short term, but it is likely to have unforeseen consequences down the road.' What logical fallacy, if any, is present?
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A
Slippery slope — it assumes negative outcomes without evidence
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B
Ad hominem — it attacks a person rather than an argument
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C
False dilemma — it presents only two options
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D
No fallacy — this is a reasonable cautionary statement