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FALLACIES

Nestlyn Aballa
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problema 1

pumili

"This company is the bestchoice because everyone says so".

  • "This company offers excellent customer service and competitive pricing, which is why it stands out in the market."
  • "Everyone agrees that this company is the best, and that’s why I trust them."
  • "The company has been around for many years and has received positive feedback from a lot of customers."
  • "This company has a strong reputation, and that's why it's considered the best by most people."
Senyales

The fallacy lies in relying on the popularity of others' opinions rather than providing evidence or logical reasons for why the company is the best choice.

problema 2

pumili

"Either we cut down the forest for development, or we lose all future job opportunities".

  • "If we don’t cut down the forest, we won’t be able to develop the area, and jobs will be lost."
  • "The development of this area can proceed without harming the environment by using advanced technology to protect natural resources."
  • "We can find alternative ways to develop the area without sacrificing the forest, such as sustainable practices and eco-friendly solutions."
  • "The only option is to cut down the forest, because it is the only way to generate jobs."
Senyales

This option addresses the false dilemma by suggesting that there are more alternatives than just the two extreme choices of cutting down the forest or losing jobs.

problema 3

pumili

"No one has proven that aliens exist, so they must not be real"?

  • "The absence of evidence doesn't prove anything. We simply haven't found enough evidence yet that aliens are real or not."
  • "Aliens exist because no one has proven otherwise."
  • "We know that life exists on Earth, so it’s likely that life exists elsewhere too."
  • "Until we can prove it, aliens are not real."
Senyales

addresses the Appeal to Ignorance fallacy by emphasizing that lack of proof does not necessarily prove something is false.

problema 4

pumili

"If we allow one small tax increase, it will eventually lead to the government taking away all of our income".

  • "The government has never taken all of our income before, and there's no reason to believe it will start now."
  • "A small tax increase might be necessary to fund vital services, but it doesn’t mean that the government will take away all of our income."
  • "A small tax increase is a reasonable solution that will help improve public infrastructure."
  • "If we let one small tax increase pass, we’ll all end up poor in the future."
Senyales

The response addresses the slippery slope by pointing out that a small step does not inevitably lead to the exaggerated extreme consequence.

problema 5

pumili

"You should believe what I’m saying because if you don’t, you’ll lose your job"

  • "You should listen to me, as I am in a position of authority."
  • "You should believe what I’m saying because it’s in your best interest to understand the facts and make informed decisions for your job."
  • "If you don’t agree with me, you’ll face negative consequences."
  • "The evidence strongly supports my position, and it would be wise to consider it carefully."
Senyales

The logical reasoning points out to avoid using of threats or intimidation to persuasion.

problema 6

pumili

"You should hire me for the job because I’ve been unemployed for so long and really need the money"

  • "You deserve the job because you need it, regardless of your qualifications."
  • "While I understand your situation, I need to consider your qualifications and experience to determine if you’re the right fit for the job."
  • "Hiring you based on emotional appeals rather than qualifications would be unfair to other candidates."
  • "You need this job, so I will give it to you even if you’re not qualified."
Senyales

the speaker must addresses the fallacy by focusing on qualifications rather than pity.

problema 7

pumili

"We must accept this new law because if we don’t, the economy will collapse"

  • "If we don’t pass this law, the economy will definitely collapse, and that will cause many problems."
  • "The law will improve the economy, so we must accept it, regardless of its other effects."
  • "While the economy is important, we should evaluate the law based on its merits and evidence, not just the consequences of rejecting it."
  • "The economy is strong enough to handle changes, so we don’t need to pass this law just to prevent an economic collapse."
Senyales

The speaker shifts the focus back to logical reasoning rather than emotional manipulation based on consequences.

problema 8

pumili

"You shouldn’t listen to his argument because he’s always been a troublemaker"

  • "He may have been a troublemaker, but that doesn’t mean his argument is invalid."
  • "We should ignore any argument from someone who has a history of troublemaking."
  • "Let's focus on the merits of the argument, not the person presenting it."
  • "His argument is irrelevant because of his past behavior."
Senyales

The speaker addresses the fallacy by redirecting the focus to the argument itself rather than attacking the person.

problema 9

pumili

"This medical treatment must be effective because a famous doctor recommends it"

  • "This medical treatment is likely effective because it has been rigorously tested in clinical trials, with peer-reviewed studies showing positive outcomes in treating the condition."
  • "If a famous doctor says it, it must be true."
  • "This treatment is likely to work because the doctor is well-known."
  • "It’s proven to work because the expert says so."
Senyales

The reasoning correctly addresses the fallacy by emphasizing the importance of evidence rather than relying on authority alone.

problema 10

pumili

"This diet is the best because a health expert says so, but we don’t know who they are"

  • "This diet may be effective because it is based on sound nutritional principles, proven studies on health and has been supported by reputable studies and health organizations like AHO."
  • "It’s a good diet because it’s recommended by an anonymous expert."
  • "An expert says it’s the best, so we should just trust it."
  • "The advice from an unknown source isn’t convincing without verifying their qualifications."
Senyales

The speaker considers the importance of verifying the authority’s identity and credibility.

problema 11

pumili

"Arguing against gun control is like arguing against all forms of government regulation"

  • "Both gun control and government regulation are similar because they limit personal freedoms."
  • "Arguing against gun control is the same as arguing against any regulation, which doesn’t make sense."
  • "Gun control and other forms of government regulation are different issues and should be evaluated based on their own merits."
  • "All forms of government regulation should be treated the same way."
Senyales

The response should recognizing that gun control and other regulations are not the same issue and should be discussed individually.

problema 12

pumili

"Everyone is buying this product, so it must be the best"

  • "The product is great because so many people are buying it."
  • "If everyone is buying it, it must be the best option available."
  • "The product may be popular, but we need to evaluate it based on its features, quality, and performance, not just its popularity."
  • "The product has sold a lot, so it must be the highest quality."
Senyales

the speaker must correctly points out that popularity is not sufficient evidence for the quality or effectiveness of the product.

problema 13

pumili

"Why are we even debating this new environmental policy when there are so many people struggling to find jobs"

  • "The environment is a distraction from the real issue, which is jobs."
  • "We should ignore environmental concerns until unemployment is resolved."
  • "Jobs are important, but we also need to consider the long-term health of the environment."
  • "The environmental policy is an important issue, and we can address both the economy and the environment at the same time."
Senyales

the response redirects the focus back to the main issue, showing that both topics (environment and jobs) can be addressed concurrently.

problema 14

pumili

"People who oppose the new law must want to completely dismantle our current system of government"

  • "Those who oppose the law are extreme and want to completely overthrow the government."
  • "The law is necessary, and anyone against it should be prepared for drastic consequences."
  • "Opposition to the law doesn't necessarily mean wanting to dismantle the whole system. We should focus on specific concerns about the law."
  • "Opponents of the law are undermining our government and society."
Senyales

the speaker addresses the fallacy by pointing out that the opposition may have valid reasons without advocating for drastic changes to the government.

problema 15

pumili

"We must reduce government spending on education, but we should also increase the budget for schools"

  • "Increasing spending is a good idea, even if it contradicts the goal of reducing spending overall."
  • "We need to reduce overall government spending, but we should allocate more funds specifically to schools to improve education quality."
  • "Both reducing and increasing spending are necessary to solve the issue of underfunded schools."
  • "We should reduce spending but only for certain areas of education."
Senyales

The response must avoids the inconsistency in the argument and suggests clarifying the position.

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