A neighbor talking to others in a community said that all members of the working class prefer to wear blue jeans rather than slacks.He said this because all working class people whom he knew wore jeans.This statement is an example of knowledge based on:

A) overgeneralization
B) generalization
C) the exception to the rule
D) qualification
E) illogical reasoning

Overgeneralization

The cognitive bias of applying a general rule too broadly, ignoring exceptions or variations.

Working Class

A social group consisting of people who are employed in low-paying wage jobs, often involving manual or industrial labor, and lacking significant economic or political power.

Blue Jeans

A type of casual pants made from denim, originally designed as workwear but now widely worn for various occasions.