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Citing a person who is a recognized authority in the field is likely to carry more weight, and deservedly so.
But this is still strictly speaking a logical fallacy, especially when the question itself is a matter of opinion or a question of some controversy. While experts are less likely to be mistaken than others, it is not impossible or even uncommon.

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