Fallacies Flashcards

1
Q

is an error in reasoning that makes your arguments less effective

A

faulty logic

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2
Q

is a logical fallacy, whereby a debater attempts to win an argument by trying to get an emotional reaction from the opponent and audience

A

Emotional Appeal

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3
Q

there is no evidence which proves if its true or false

A

Unsupported facts

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4
Q

Claiming a sort of chain reaction

A

Slippery Slope

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5
Q

Stressing that two events or concepts are related

A

Post Hoc

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6
Q

Assumption about a whole group or range of cases

A

Hasty generalization

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7
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Referring to known personalities to back up a claim

A

Appeal to Authority

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