Logical Fallacies
A logical fallacy is an error in reasoning that can occur in arguments. Here is a list of some common logical fallacies:
- Ad Hominem: This fallacy occurs when an argument is rejected on the basis of personal characteristics, rather than the merits of the argument itself.
- Straw Man: This fallacy occurs when an argument is misrepresented in order to make it easier to attack or refute.
- False Dilemma: This fallacy occurs when only two options are presented when there are actually more possibilities.
- Appeal to Emotion: This fallacy occurs when an argument appeals to emotions rather than logic or evidence.
- Appeal to Authority: This fallacy occurs when an argument is accepted because of the authority of the person making it, rather than the evidence or reasoning provided.
- False Cause: This fallacy occurs when a cause and effect relationship is assumed without evidence.
- Begging the Question: This fallacy occurs when an argument assumes what it is trying to prove.
- Hasty Generalization: This fallacy occurs when a conclusion is made based on insufficient evidence.
- Slipper Slope: This fallacy occurs when a chain of events is assumed without evidence.
- Non Sequitur: This fallacy occurs when a conclusion does not logically follow from the premises.
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