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THINKER FEELER THINKER FEELER In making decisions, in dealing with people, or in giving opinions, what do you use more. Mind or ______.
THINKER FEELER THINKER FEELER In making decisions, in dealing with people, or in giving opinions, what do you use more. Mind or ______.
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Logical Fallacies THINK, don't just feel 1. Identify a number of different logical fallacies.
Logical Fallacies THINK, don't just feel 1. Identify a number of different logical fallacies.
identify
Analyze what makes a particular point a logical fallacy.
Analyze what makes a particular point a logical fallacy.
analyze
Apply proper argumentation in our comments/opinions.
Apply proper argumentation in our comments/opinions.
Why study logical fallacies. Defects that weaken arguments can be found in newspapers, advertisements, and other sources
Why study logical fallacies. Defects that weaken arguments can be found in newspapers, advertisements, and other sources
What is a Fallacy. it may be hard to evaluate when an argument is fallacious
What is a Fallacy. it may be hard to evaluate when an argument is fallacious
What are logical fallacies?
What are logical fallacies?
What is the Slippery Slope fallacy?
What is the Slippery Slope fallacy?
Why study logical fallacies?
Why study logical fallacies?
What are fallacies of false inference?
What are fallacies of false inference?
In dealing with people or giving opinions, what do logical fallacies aim to emphasize?
In dealing with people or giving opinions, what do logical fallacies aim to emphasize?
Which of the following is an example of the Slippery Slope fallacy?
Which of the following is an example of the Slippery Slope fallacy?
What is the main purpose of studying logical fallacies?
What is the main purpose of studying logical fallacies?
Which type of fallacy involves drawing the wrong conclusion from evidence?
Which type of fallacy involves drawing the wrong conclusion from evidence?
What is the common characteristic of fallacies of FALSE INFERENCE?
What is the common characteristic of fallacies of FALSE INFERENCE?
In the context of logical fallacies, what does the Slippery Slope fallacy involve?
In the context of logical fallacies, what does the Slippery Slope fallacy involve?
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Logical Fallacies
Logical Fallacies
Errors in reasoning that weaken an argument.
Slippery Slope
Slippery Slope
A fallacy that claims a series of events will inevitably lead to a negative outcome without sufficient evidence.
Fallacy of False Inference
Fallacy of False Inference
A type of fallacy where the wrong conclusion is drawn from evidence.
Mind over Heart
Mind over Heart
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Analyze
Analyze
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Identify
Identify
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Apply
Apply
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Why Study Logical Fallacies?
Why Study Logical Fallacies?
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Hasty Generalization
Hasty Generalization
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Fallacies of False Inference
Fallacies of False Inference
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Emotional Appeal
Emotional Appeal
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Anecdotal Evidence
Anecdotal Evidence
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False Dilemma
False Dilemma
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Red Herring
Red Herring
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Appeal to Authority
Appeal to Authority
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Ad Hominem
Ad Hominem
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Study Notes
Decision Making and Logical Fallacies
- In decision making, dealing with people, and giving opinions, we often use both our mind (thinker) and emotions (feeler).
Understanding Logical Fallacies
- Logical fallacies are defects that weaken arguments and can be found in newspapers, advertisements, and other sources.
- It can be difficult to evaluate when an argument is fallacious.
Types of Logical Fallacies
- The Slippery Slope fallacy involves claiming that a particular action will inevitably lead to a series of negative consequences.
Importance of Studying Logical Fallacies
- The main purpose of studying logical fallacies is to identify and apply proper argumentation in our comments and opinions.
- By studying logical fallacies, we can THINK instead of just feeling, and analyze what makes a particular point a logical fallacy.
Fallacies of False Inference
- Fallacies of false inference involve drawing the wrong conclusion from evidence.
- This type of fallacy has the common characteristic of incorrectly inferring a conclusion from the given evidence.
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