logical fallacies Flashcards
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ad hominem
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Person A: “I think climate change is a serious issue that needs immediate action.” Person B: “You’re not a climate scientist, so your opinion doesn’t really matter.”
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strawman
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Person A: “Healthcare reform is necessary to ensure everyone has access to affordable medical care.” Person B: “So you want to create a massive government-run healthcare system that will bankrupt the country?”
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appeal to popularity
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A 2005 Gallup Poll found that an estimated 25% of Americans over the age of 18 believe in astrology—or that the position of the stars and planets can affect people’s lives. That is roughly 75,000,000 people. Therefore, there must be some truth to astrology!
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