Logical Fallacies CSRMS

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

A false analogy is a fallacy that occurs when an argument is based on misleading, superficial, or implausible comparisons.

Hasty generalization is a fallacy in which a conclusion is drawn from an insufficient amount of evidence.

Circular reasoning is a logical fallacy in which the conclusion is included in the premise, creating a loop in reasoning.

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

A slippery slope is a fallacy that suggests that a relatively small first step leads to a chain of related events culminating in some significant effect.

Bandwagon is a fallacy that suggests that because something is popular or everyone is doing it, it must be valid or correct.

Claiming that using a textbook in an exam is like a doctor using medical books, which is misleading.

Saying all men are useless in the house based on personal experiences with a few men.

Saying 'This is the best band because they make the best music' is circular because it uses the conclusion as a premise.