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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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What is Hasty Generalization?

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Hasty Generalization is a logical fallacy where a conclusion is drawn from insufficient evidence.

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Example of Hasty Generalization.

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"My friend got sick after eating at that restaurant, so all the food there must be bad."

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What is the Bandwagon Fallacy?

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The Bandwagon Fallacy is a logical fallacy where someone believes an argument is valid because a majority of people believe it.

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How does the Bandwagon Fallacy influence decision making?

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It pressures individuals to conform to popular opinions or trends, regardless of actual evidence.

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Example of Bandwagon Fallacy.

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"Everyone is buying the latest smartphone, so it must be the best one available."

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What is Ad Hominem Fallacy?

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Ad Hominem is a logical fallacy where an argument is rebutted by attacking the character rather than addressing the argument itself.

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Example of Ad Hominem Fallacy.

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"You can't trust his argument on climate change; he's not even a scientist!"

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What is Red Herring Fallacy?

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Red Herring is a logical fallacy that introduces irrelevant information to distract from the main issue.

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Example of Red Herring Fallacy.

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"Why worry about climate change when there are so many homeless people?"