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Intricacies of Philosophical Fallacies
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Across
  • 1. Plural for common logical errors in reasoning
  • 2. Type of fallacy that incorrectly applies a rule to all cases
  • 3. Reasoning that assumes what it tries to prove
  • 4. Approach focusing on practical consequences rather than theory
  • 7. A statement with unclear or multiple meanings leading to error
  • 8. Using ambiguous language to mislead
  • 9. Extending a premise improperly, often causing logical error
  • 11. An incorrect argument often used to deceive
  • 13. Begging the question; assuming the conclusion in the premise
  • 16. Arguing against an exaggerated version of the opponent's position
  • 18. Specific case used to illustrate a general concept or argument
  • 19. Point of disagreement or controversy in argumentation
Down
  • 5. Mistaking correlation for causation in reasoning
  • 6. Attack directed at the person instead of the argument
  • 10. Presenting only two options when more exist
  • 12. Using pity or sympathy to win an argument
  • 14. Opposite of true; often the result of error in logic
  • 15. Claiming something is true because many believe it
  • 17. Oversimplifying an argument to make it easier to attack

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