Logical Fallacies Flashcard

An argument that misleads, distracts, or diverts attention from a relevant or important issue.

A misrepresentation of an opponent’s position that makes it easier to argue against

A very broad claim based on very little evidence

Presents only two choices when more options exist

Assumes the POPULAR choice is always the best choice

A personal attack meant to discredit one’s opponent

A misrepresentation of an opponent’s position that makes it easier to argue against

Which one of these is NOT a type of logical fallacy? Ad hominem, Red herring, Electric slide

What type of logical fallacy is used in the statement: "My opponent is an untrustworthy liar and an idiot. Therefore, you should believe me."?

I met a tall man who loved to eat cheese. Now I believe that all tall people like cheese. Options: Ad Hominem, Hasty Generalization, Slippery Slope