Logical Fallacies

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What is a Logical Fallacy?

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A logical fallacy is an error in reasoning that renders an argument invalid.

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Define Ad Hominem.

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Ad Hominem is a fallacy that attacks the person making an argument rather than the argument itself.

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What is a Straw Man fallacy?

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A Straw Man fallacy misrepresents someone's argument to make it easier to attack.

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Explain Bandwagon fallacy.

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Bandwagon fallacy suggests that something is true or acceptable simply because it is popular.

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What does Either/Or fallacy mean?

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Either/Or fallacy presents two options as the only possibilities when more exist.

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Define Appeal to False Authority.

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Appeal to False Authority is a fallacy that relies on the opinion of someone who is not an expert in the relevant field.

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What is Sentimental Appeal?

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Sentimental Appeal is a fallacy that manipulates emotions to win an argument rather than using logical reasoning.

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What is Hasty Generalization?

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Hasty Generalization is a fallacy that makes a broad conclusion based on insufficient evidence.

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Define Slippery Slope fallacy.

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Slippery Slope fallacy argues that a small first step will lead to a chain of related events resulting in a significant impact.

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What is the purpose of identifying logical fallacies?

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Identifying logical fallacies helps in evaluating the strength of arguments and improving critical thinking skills.