FALLACIOUS REASONING Flashcards
1
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Straw Man
A
Changing someone’s argument to make it easier to attack.
2
Q
Ad Hominem
A
Attacking the person instead of their argument.
3
Q
False Dilemma
A
Saying there are only two choices when there are more options.
4
Q
Begging the question
A
Type of circular argument where someone includes the conclusion as part of their reasoning, instead of looking for evidence.
5
Q
Slippery Slope
A
Saying one small action will lead to something extreme.F
6
Q
Fallacious Reasoning
A
Is when someone makes a mistake in their thinking that leads to a wrong conclusion.
