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audie

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What is the definition of each of the following fallacies: false analogy,
  circular argument, argument to the man (argument ad hominem),
  bandwagon, either-or, and begging the question?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

What are the five elements of a formal argument?
 
  What will be an ideal response?



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Answer to Question 1

A false analogy assumes that like items are alike in all respects; a circular
argument restates an idea in different words; an argument to the man
attacks the person rather than the issue; a bandwagon claims something is
true because everyone is doing whatever it is; either-or assumes that only
two things, outcomes, or results are possible; and begging the question
presents a fact or idea that is not established.

Answer to Question 2

The five elements of argument are the statement of the problem, solution,
evidence, refutation, and conclusion.





 

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