The argument that earbuds decrease the need for live music is an example of which logical fallacy?

A) ad hominem

B) red herring

C) false causation

D) circular reasoning

C). False Causation.

Explanation:

'False Causation' is demonstrated as the logical fallacy (flaw in reasoning) in which a cause of a phenomenon is inappropriately identified. In this fallacy, the relationship between the cause and effect is irrational which makes the argument flawed/false reasonably.

In the given argument, the cause ('earbuds') is identified incorrectly for the effect ('decrease in need for live music') which creates a confusion for the readers (as they are unable to relate the cause logically) and affects the credibility of the argument. Thus, option C is the correct answer.