PDF Notes: Logical Fallacy Notes

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    What is a Strawman fallacy?

    It simplifies an argument to make it easier to attack.

    What defines Ad Hominem?

    It undermines an argument by attacking the opponent's character.

    How does Tu Quoque differ from other fallacies?

    It responds to criticism by redirecting it back at the accuser.

    What is the consequence of the Fallacy Fallacy?

    It assumes a claim is false due to poor argumentation.

    What happens in Personal Incredulity?

    Difficulty in understanding leads to dismissing a claim as false.

    What does the Slippery Slope fallacy imply?

    It suggests that allowing one event will lead to extreme consequences.

    What is the Gambler’s Fallacy?

    It misapplies probability to independent events.

    How does the Black or White Fallacy mislead?

    It presents only two options, ignoring other possibilities.

    What is the implication of False Cause?

    It incorrectly assumes causation from correlation.

    What does Composition/Division entail?

    It incorrectly applies properties of parts to the whole or vice versa.

    What is the flaw in Anecdotal evidence?

    It relies on personal experience instead of solid evidence.

    What does Middle Ground suggest?

    It assumes the truth lies between two opposing arguments.

    What is Bandwagon fallacy?

    It validates a claim based on its popularity.

    What does Appeal to Authority imply?

    It assumes a claim is true because an authority supports it.

    What is the basis of Appeal to Nature?

    It argues that something is valid simply because it is 'natural.'

    What does Appeal to Emotion manipulate?

    It uses emotional responses instead of logical arguments.

    What is the No True Scotsman fallacy?

    It dismisses criticisms by redefining a group to exclude counterexamples.

    What does Genetic fallacy judge?

    It evaluates something based on its origin rather than its merit.

    What is Begging the Question?

    It presents a circular argument where the conclusion is assumed.

    What characterizes a Loaded Question?

    It contains a presumption that makes it difficult to answer.

    What is the Burden of Proof fallacy?

    It shifts the responsibility of proof away from the claimant.

    What does Ambiguity exploit?

    It uses unclear language to mislead or confuse.

    What is the Texas Sharpshooter fallacy?

    It claims a middle ground must be the truth between extremes.

    What does Special Pleading involve?

    It creates exceptions to rules when claims are challenged.