Practice Fallacies (4.1.6) - Rules of Inference - Discrete Mathematics - Vol 1
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Question 1 Easy

Define what a logical fallacy is.

💡 Hint: Think about errors in arguments that one might encounter.

Question 2 Easy

Give an example of affirming the conclusion.

💡 Hint: Consider how one conclusion can seem correct when another premise is correct.

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Question 1

What is a logical fallacy?

An error in reasoning
A valid argument structure
A conclusion drawn from premises

💡 Hint: Think about what happens when logic fails.

Question 2

True or False: Affirming the conclusion is always a valid argument.

True
False

💡 Hint: Recall the definition of affirming the conclusion.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Construct an argument that exemplifies both the fallacy of affirming the conclusion and the fallacy of denying the hypothesis.

💡 Hint: Reflect on the relationships between premises and conclusions.

Challenge 2 Hard

Analyze the following statement: 'If I love math, I will pass the exam. I do not love math. Thus, I will not pass the exam.' Identify and justify any fallacies present.

💡 Hint: Consider whether the relationship holds true regardless of premise denial.

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