10 Questions
What is an error in reasoning that weakens an argument?
Fallacy
In which century were logical fallacies first recognized and cataloged?
6th century BCE
What is an example of an Ad Hominem fallacy?
You are wrong because you don't have a degree in that field.
What is a verbal fallacy?
Ambiguous or incorrect language
Who wrote about logical fallacies?
Both A and B
What is a counterclaim?
An argument opposing a stand
What is an argument that can be disproven through reasoning?
Logical fallacy
What is the name of the foundational text of the Nyāya school of Hindu philosophy?
Nyāya-Sūtras
What type of fallacy involves faulty or flawed reasoning?
Material fallacy
What is an example of a stand?
A viewpoint or opinion
Test your critical thinking skills with these examples of causal fallacy, a type of logical error where a causal relationship is assumed without sufficient evidence. Can you identify the flaws in these arguments?
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