Which logical fallacy is used in the text?
Linda claims that the Newberg Ferrets' new quarterback is better than their old one. I think Linda is being unfair: the Ferrets' old quarterback wasn't a terrible player.
A. circular reasoning: an argument that supports a claim with the claim itself
B. guilt by association: a negative association intended to discredit someone or something
C. straw man: a misrepresentation of an opponent's position that makes it easier to argue against
Identify the correct option from the choices provided and respond with the letter of the correct option.

C