Unit 4 Vocab #15 and 16

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Definition of "reasoning"?

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The process of thinking logically to form a conclusion or judgment.

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Definition of "inductive reasoning"?

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Using specific observations to make a broad conclusion.

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Definition of "abductive reasoning"?

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Using incomplete info and pattern knowledge to derive the simplest, likely conclusion without verification.

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Definition of "deductive reasoning":

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An argument where a conclusion is based on generally assumed premises.

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Definition of "logical fallacies"?

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Errors in logic and reasoning.

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Logical fallacy when an idea is deemed true due to its popularity.

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ad populem

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Type of logical fallacy when an author attacks a person's character instead of their argument.

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ad hominem

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Type of logical fallacy: general statement without evidence?

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hasty generalization

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Type of logical fallacy when an action leads to an extreme consequence?

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slippery slope

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Logical fallacy when key issues are avoided or opposing views ignored.

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red herring