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Which of the following best describes an informal fallacy?
Which of the following best describes an informal fallacy?
- A logical argument that follows strict rules
- A formal error in reasoning
- An intentional deception in an argument
- A violation of the rules of inference (correct)
What distinguishes informal fallacies from formal fallacies?
What distinguishes informal fallacies from formal fallacies?
- Informal fallacies are intentional deceptions
- Informal fallacies violate the rules of inference (correct)
- Informal fallacies are based on strict logic
- Informal fallacies have no distinguishing features
Which of the following is an example of an informal fallacy?
Which of the following is an example of an informal fallacy?
- Ad Hominem (correct)
- Modus Ponens
- Syllogism
- Reductio ad Absurdum
