Fallacies of Reasoning

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What is the primary purpose of a position paper?

To present a personal reaction to an issue

To persuade the readers with valid and defensible opinions (correct)

To gain new knowledge on a particular topic

To present a collection of diverse sources

What should be the basis of a position paper's argument?

A surface reading of the topic

Other factors beyond personal opinions and feelings (correct)

Only personal opinions and feelings

A passionate personal reaction to the issue

What is the key difference between a position paper and a research paper?

The tone of the paper

The number of topics covered

The length of the paper

The purpose of the paper (correct)

What should a position paper exhibit?

An intensive analysis of a philosophical thesis Signup and view all the answers

Why should a position paper not be based solely on personal opinions?

Because personal opinions are not objective Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum requirement for a strong argument in a position paper?

Having multiple sides to the argument Signup and view all the answers

What is the logical fallacy that occurs when someone assumes that one event must have caused a later event simply because it happened after the other?

Post hoc fallacy Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the fallacy that ignores the original argument and then substitutes it by a distorted version of it?

Straw man fallacy Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the fallacy that presents limited choices as the only possibilities when more options exist?

False dilemma Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the fallacy that occurs when someone argues that a certain action or proposition will lead to an undesirable outcome via a series of events, without providing adequate evidence?

Slippery slope fallacy Signup and view all the answers

What is the main principle to avoid faulty connections in arguments?

Draw conclusions only with sufficient evidence Signup and view all the answers

What type of evidence is an essay that expounds a standpoint of an author or specified entity about an issue?

Textual evidence Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of a researcher?

To contribute to new knowledge or perspectives Signup and view all the answers

What is essential for a written piece to be considered well-organized?

To have a clear purpose Signup and view all the answers

What is an important aspect of cohesion in writing?

Flowing from one point to the other Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of a substantively correct written piece?

It is based on facts and credible sources Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a counter argument in a written piece?

To present an opposing view Signup and view all the answers

What is an essential element of the survey research process?

Report writing Signup and view all the answers

What is the fallacy also known as 'You too'?

Tu Quoque Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of the 'Appeal to Hypocrisy' fallacy?

You don't actually believe that smoking is bad since you smoke too. Signup and view all the answers

What is the fallacy that assumes something is true or good because it is popular?

Appeal to Popularity Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of the 'Hasty Generalization' fallacy?

I went on a Paleo diet for 3 months and lost weight. Anyone who goes on a Paleo diet will lose weight. Signup and view all the answers

What is the fallacy that involves discrediting an idea based on the people or groups associated with it?

Guilty by Association Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of the 'False Cause' fallacy?

I went on a Paleo diet for 3 months and lost weight. It must be because of the diet. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of conducting observations in research?

To gather primary data from the field Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you are unsure about the relevance and appropriateness of your report?

Consult an expert or a professional in the field Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of rereading your findings and conclusions?

To ensure the accuracy and validity of your results Signup and view all the answers