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Which fallacy of relevance occurs when someone uses threats to persuade an audience?
Which fallacy of relevance occurs when someone uses threats to persuade an audience?
- Ad Hominem
- Appeal to Force (correct)
- Appeal to Pity
- Straw Man
In a debate about healthcare reform, a politician says, 'My opponent wants to implement a socialist healthcare system, just like in Venezuela!' Which fallacy is being committed?
In a debate about healthcare reform, a politician says, 'My opponent wants to implement a socialist healthcare system, just like in Venezuela!' Which fallacy is being committed?
- Appeal to Pity
- Straw Man (correct)
- Ad Hominem
- Red Herring
Which fallacy is evident when a student argues for a better grade by saying, 'If I don’t get a B, I will lose my scholarship'?
Which fallacy is evident when a student argues for a better grade by saying, 'If I don’t get a B, I will lose my scholarship'?
- Ad Hominem
- Red Herring
- Appeal to Pity (correct)
- Appeal to Force
During a discussion about education funding, a senator says, 'We need to focus on border security; education is a secondary issue.' Which fallacy is being employed?
During a discussion about education funding, a senator says, 'We need to focus on border security; education is a secondary issue.' Which fallacy is being employed?
Which logical fallacy involves attacking the person making an argument rather than addressing the argument itself?
Which logical fallacy involves attacking the person making an argument rather than addressing the argument itself?
In response to a proposal for stricter gun control laws, a politician states, 'So, you're saying we should just disarm all citizens and leave them vulnerable to criminals?' Which fallacy is most evident?
In response to a proposal for stricter gun control laws, a politician states, 'So, you're saying we should just disarm all citizens and leave them vulnerable to criminals?' Which fallacy is most evident?
What type of fallacy is committed when a lawyer argues that their client should not be prosecuted because they have suffered a difficult childhood?
What type of fallacy is committed when a lawyer argues that their client should not be prosecuted because they have suffered a difficult childhood?
How does a 'Red Herring' fallacy function within an argument?
How does a 'Red Herring' fallacy function within an argument?
Which of the following scenarios best illustrates the 'Appeal to Force' fallacy?
Which of the following scenarios best illustrates the 'Appeal to Force' fallacy?
Which fallacy involves distorting an argument to make it easier to criticize?
Which fallacy involves distorting an argument to make it easier to criticize?
Flashcards
Appeal to Pity
Appeal to Pity
Using emotions to persuade instead of logical reasoning.
Appeal to Force
Appeal to Force
Using threats or force to persuade someone.
Ad Hominem
Ad Hominem
Attacking the person making the argument, instead of the argument itself.
Straw Man
Straw Man
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Red Herring
Red Herring
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Study Notes
- Fallacies of relevance occur when premises lack a logical connection to the conclusion.
- These arguments may appear persuasive but are logically flawed.
Appeal to Pity (Argumentum ad Misericordiam)
- This fallacy uses emotions instead of logical reasoning to persuade.
- Example: Requesting a good grade due to being sick all week.
Appeal to Force (Argumentum ad Baculum)
- This fallacy uses threats or force to persuade someone.
- Example: Threatening job loss if someone disagrees with an argument.
Ad Hominem (Attacking the Person)
- This fallacy attacks the opponent instead of addressing the argument they present.
- Example: Dismissing someone's climate change argument because they are not a scientist.
Straw Man
- This fallacy misrepresents an opponent’s argument to make it easier to attack.
- Example: Claiming that reducing military spending equates to leaving the country defenseless.
Red Herring
- This fallacy diverts attention away from the actual issue at hand.
- Example: Shifting focus from environmental concerns to unemployment issues.
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