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Circular reasoning is a logical fallacy where the conclusion is assumed in the premise. In other words, the argument essentially restates its own conclusion as its own proof, creating a circular loop of reasoning.

Option A: "The company will fight employee laziness by increasing security." - This is NOT circular reasoning. It's a proposed solution to a perceived problem. Option B: "Crooks and outcasts may disagree, but I assure you I am right." - This is NOT circular reasoning. It's an ad hominem argument that dismisses potential counterarguments. Option C: "Why should you make your bed? Because I said so, that's why." - THIS IS circular reasoning! - The argument provides no external justification - The "reason" is simply a restatement of the original command - The logic loops back on itself without providing independent evidence Option D: "The 6 million people who support my proposal can't be wrong." - This is an appeal to popularity, NOT circular reasoning - It uses the number of supporters as supposed proof of correctness

The best example of circular reasoning is Option C.