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Assuming that small movements or differences on a continuum bw extremes have a negligible effect and that to make definite distinctions bw points on that line is impossible or at least arbitrary camels back fallacy as in, one more straw wont break the camels back. Study 58 attacking faulty reasoning 59 flashcards from h. Such an answer invites a rejoinder along the lines of it really is important. Arguing that what is true of the whole must be true of the parts, and arguing that what is true of a group is true of individuals in the group. Chapter 5 answers faulty reasonings chapter 5 faulty. Damer and has been published by nelson education this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 20080221 with philosophy categories. It explains 60 of the most commonly committed fallacies. A practical guide to fallacyfree arguments, sixth edition, can help you brush up on these skillsand learn how to develop the logical, persuasive arguments you need now and throughout your career. Attacking an opponents position by focusing critical attention on a minor point in his or her argument, rather than on its strengths.
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