Choose 4 fallacies and do a minimum of 300 word summary on each

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Spotting Logical Fallacies in the Media (EXTRA CREDIT): If you haven’t already learned about logical fallacies, I guarantee you – you are being played by the media. I highly recommend you consider doing this assignment for extra credit. It has the power to considerably change your life.

  1. First: Learn about logical fallacies with this quick and easy primer (https://yourlogicalfallacyis.com/posterLinks to an external site.), then...
  2. Find some examples of logical fallacies used in the media. For each specific example you find, you’ll describe the source of the fallacy, (where and when did you spot it?)
  3. Include a link to what you’re describing, the specifics about its use – ie: what was said, in what context, which logical fallacy it represents, and why you think your chosen example is an example of that fallacy. Be sure to include:
    • a summary (in your own words) of the fallacy itself (5 points)
    • a summary of the media item itself (5 points)
    • a statement about why you think that media item is a good example of that fallacy (10 points).
    • Write at least 300 words per fallacy. More is better. (5 points)
  4. You can earn up to 100 points, by doing up to four (4) different fallacies correctly at up to 25 points each. You’ll also garner the lifelong benefit of learning about logical fallacies – which is a mark of an educated, critical thinker. (If you are not sure your entries are worth full credit, and want to be certain you earn the full 100 points of extra credit available to you, and want to be a more educated human being, I recommend submitting five different fallacies instead of four - just to be safe!) :-)
  5. No points will be given for incorrect examples, so make sure you’re making a good argument for why you think your example applies.
  6. NO PLAGIARISM!!!!
  7. MAKE SURE TO CHOOSE 4 AND DO 4!!

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Logical Fallacies in the Media- Outline
Thesis Statement: While some media may be truthful and logical in reasoning, most of the
content that is aimed to convince the audience may have one or more logical fallacies. Avoiding
logical fallacies is crucial in developing reasonable and concise arguments.
I. Introduction
II. Ad hominem
A. Summary of ad hominem
B. Cable company commercial
C. Analysis
III. False cause
A. Summary of false cause
B. Uber cures leprosy
C. Analysis
IV. Appeal to emotion
A. Summary of appeal to emotion
B. Chevrolet commercial
C. Analysis
V. Appeal to authority
A. Summary of appeal to authority
B. Colgate commercial
C. Analysis
VI. Conclusion


Running head: LOGICAL FALLACIES IN THE MEDIA

Logical Fallacies in the Media
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LOGICAL FALLACIES IN THE MEDIA

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Logical Fallacies in the Media
Logical fallacies are errors in reasoning that are used to convince an audience or win over
an opponent. Fallacious arguments tend to use these flaws to convince and affirm one’s position
while limiting cogent reasoning. As such, it is notable that the media has become one such
source of arguments which are used to dupe the audience and evoke particular reactions in the
recipients. While some media may be truthful and logical in reasoning, most of the content that is
aimed to convince the audience may have one or more logical fallacies. Avoiding logical
fallacies is crucial in developing reasonable and concise arguments.
Ad Hominem
Ad hominem is a logical fallacy which involves an attack launched at an individual, an
opponent in an argument rather than the argument itself. This fallacy usually involves one arguer
abandoning the subject matter and attacking the opponent to defeat them. Ad hominem is an
attack launched on a person or their character (Critical Thinking Shop, n.d.). Therefore, this
attack is faulty reasoning because one abandons a reasonable argument in the subject matter, and
in a bid to either frustrate the opponent or convince the audience, they try to bring ...


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