Mastering Critical Thinking
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What is critical thinking?

  • The act of questioning everything without evidence
  • The ability to manipulate others
  • The process of memorizing information
  • The analysis of facts to form a judgement (correct)
  • Why is it important to develop logical fallacy detection skills?

  • To trick people
  • To improve writing skills (correct)
  • To deceive others
  • To strengthen arguments
  • What is a logical fallacy?

  • A statement that is always true
  • A persuasive technique
  • A sound argument
  • An error in reasoning (correct)
  • How can critical thinking be applied in problem-solving?

    <p>By seeking multiple correct answers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the origin of the word 'fallacy'?

    <p>From the Latin word meaning 'to deceive'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which logical fallacy is based on the assumption that the opinion of the majority is always valid?

    <p>Bandwagon Approach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which logical fallacy is built on the idea that a small step will lead to a larger chain of events, without sufficient evidence?

    <p>Slippery Slope</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which logical fallacy involves using a celebrity or authority figure's name to support an issue that is not really their expertise?

    <p>Appeals to Authority</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which logical fallacy involves leaving out or taking material out of context, ignoring evidence that doesn't support your opinion?

    <p>Card Stacking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which logical fallacy involves drawing a conclusion based on insufficient evidence?

    <p>Hasty Generalizations</p> Signup and view all the answers

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