Logical Fallacies

What is a Hasty Generalization?

• A logical fallacy where a conclusion is drawn from insufficient or biased evidence, often leading to stereotypes.

• A method of reasoning that relies on statistical data to make conclusions.

• A type of argument that uses emotional appeal rather than logical reasoning.

• A technique used to analyze the validity of an argument based on its structure.

Explain the Composition fallacy.

• A fallacy that assumes what is true for a part is also true for the whole.

• A fallacy that assumes what is true for the whole is also true for a part.

• A logical reasoning that supports the conclusion based on individual cases.

• A fallacy that involves misrepresenting someone's argument to make it easier to attack.

Explain the Either-Or fallacy.

• A fallacy that presents two options as the only possibilities, ignoring other alternatives.

• A logical argument that supports multiple conclusions.

• A reasoning error that involves circular logic.

• A technique used to simplify complex arguments.

Define False Dichotomy.

• A logical fallacy that presents two opposing options as the only possibilities, ignoring other viable alternatives.

• A situation where a choice must be made between three or more options.

• A method of reasoning that allows for multiple conclusions based on the same premises.

• A type of argument that relies on emotional appeal rather than logical reasoning.

What is the Division fallacy?

• A fallacy that assumes what is true for the whole is also true for its parts.

• A logical error in which a conclusion is drawn about a whole based on its individual parts.

• A reasoning mistake that occurs when one assumes that all members of a group share the same characteristics.

• A fallacy that occurs when an argument is based on an irrelevant conclusion.

Define Moral Equivalence.

• A fallacy that compares minor misdeeds with major atrocities, suggesting they are morally equivalent.

• A principle that states all moral judgments are equally valid.

• A theory that suggests moral values are determined by cultural context.

• A concept that argues that all actions have equal moral weight.

Explain the Slippery Slope fallacy.

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

• A logical argument that supports a claim with evidence.

• A rhetorical device used to persuade an audience.

• A fallacy that occurs when an argument is based on an irrelevant topic.

Define Tu Quoque.

• A logical fallacy that attacks the character of the opponent.

• A fallacy that dismisses someone's argument by pointing out hypocrisy in the opponent.

• A method of argumentation that relies on emotional appeal.

• A technique used to clarify complex ideas.

What is an Ad Hominem attack?

• A logical reasoning technique used to persuade an audience.

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

• A method of presenting evidence to support a claim.

• A strategy to avoid addressing the main issue in a debate.

What is the Straw Man fallacy?

• A fallacy that misrepresents an opponent's argument to make it easier to attack.

• A logical argument that is based on sound reasoning.

• A technique used to strengthen one's own argument by ignoring opposing views.

• A fallacy that involves attacking the person making the argument rather than the argument itself.