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A fallacy is an error in reasoning that takes the place of the real support needed in an argument. There are many different types of fallacies and each takes a distinct form in the argument.

Take a moment to review the following website, which provides a list of the more common fallacies

VIDEOLINKS:

http://changingminds.org/disciplines/argument/fallacies/fallacies.htm

Also view this video on common fallacies

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MhhJAGjBIEw

 

                                                                              Prompt:

Using the website above or another website of your choosing, identify at least one of the fallacies that you are most likely to commit. Describe a specific time when you committed this particular fallacy. What could you do to avoid committing this fallacy in the future?

 

** Main post must be two to three substantive paragraphs 150+ total words and include at least one APA-formatted citation/reference. **