Logic and Argumentation · Logic and Argumentation

Informal Fallacies

Identifying common errors in everyday reasoning such as Ad Hominem and Strawman arguments.

Key Questions

  1. 1Why are fallacious arguments often so persuasive in public debate?
  2. 2How can we spot a hidden assumption in an opponent's argument?
  3. 3Does attacking a person's character invalidate their logical claims?

CBSE Learning Outcomes

CBSE: Informal Fallacies and Logical Errors - Class 12
Class: Class 12
Subject: Philosophy
Unit: Logic and Argumentation
Period: Logic and Argumentation

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