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Logical Fallacies

Logical Fallacies

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English

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11th Grade

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Practice Problem

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Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a logical fallacy?

Back

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

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is 'begging the question' or 'circular reasoning'?

Back

A fallacy where the conclusion is included in the premise, assuming what it is trying to prove.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an 'ad hominem' fallacy?

Back

A fallacy that attacks the person making an argument rather than the argument itself.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a 'hasty generalization'?

Back

A fallacy that draws a conclusion based on insufficient or biased evidence.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a 'false dilemma'?

Back

A fallacy that presents two options as the only possibilities when more exist.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a 'slippery slope' fallacy?

Back

A fallacy that suggests that a minor action will lead to major and often ludicrous consequences.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a 'red herring'?

Back

A fallacy that introduces irrelevant information into an argument to distract from the original issue.

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