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Logical Fallacies

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    Type of logical fallacies in arguments
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  • You want to go see Avengers? Everyone says that it is really good!
    Bandwagon
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  • What type of fallacy is in the following image?
    bandwagon
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  • A: I think that model is too bony? B: Really? I find her rather slim.
    Loaded Language
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  • How can you argue your case for vegetarianism when you are enjoying that steak?
    Personal Attack
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  • “He’s not a great athlete; he’s a fraud, a cheat and a liar. That’s why not everybody is ‘happy for Lance.'”
    Personal Attack
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  • Policeman: Batman is a vigilante. Civilian: Batman is a crime fighter.
    Loaded Language
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  • Emily is a smart student. She has the highest average in her class.
    Circular Reasoning
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  • I had two donuts this morning and I got an A on my test. Donuts must make me smarter.
    False Cause and Effect
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  • Every dog I've met is mean, so all dogs must be violent.
    Overgeneralization
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  • If we stop giving homework, then kids will have more free time. If they have free time, then they can learn a new skill and improve their futures. Therefore, removing homework can improve their futures.
    Slippery Slope
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  • Every time I wash my car it rains. I must cause the rain.
    False Cause and Effect
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  • Our yard sale was doing well until Janice showed up. She must have scared everyone off.
    False Cause and Effect
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  • Harold's new book is well written, because Harold is a wonderful writer.
    Circular Reasoning
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  • Everyone loves game day wings. Come down to Wing Hut and get the best wings in town.
    Bandwagon
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