Logical Fallacies

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What is a logical fallacy?

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An error of reasoning, these are flawed statements that often sound true.

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Why is it important to know logical fallacies?

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To detect errors in your writing as well as others

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Which one is NOT a category of a logical fallacy?

• Not enough supportive information
• Invalid/inaccurate information
• Too much distracting information
• Correct and valid information

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Correct and valid information

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“It must be cool because everyone is doing it…” Is an example of...

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Bandwagon Approach

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Considered a fallacy of omission - Material is simply left out or taken out of context, ignoring evidence that doesn’t support your opinion

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Oversimplification or Card Stacking

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What is another term for Appeals to Authority?

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False Authority

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The counselors orient us where to take our tests.

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to help someone become familiar with a new place or situation

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to become worse over time means...

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to deteriorate

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How do you find the lesson on Logical Fallacies?

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I am enjoying it

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