Arguments are claims that are backed up by evidence to support the claim. The logical fallacies on this page are claims that have feelings to support them instead of evidence. Genetic When someone judges an idea or argument based on its origin or source rather than its actual merit. For...
Ever get the feeling that someone's argument is a bit off, but you can't put your finger on why? Feel like the evidence a politician uses is not enough for the claim they are making? Want to know why when your uncle says "reading something online means it's true" it...
Logical fallacies are mistakes in reasoning. They make flawed claims. The examples below are using flawed evidence or evidence that is not relevant to make their case. Here are five examples of fallacies that involve the misuse of evidence. Texas sharpshooter Where someone cherry-picks data or finds patterns in random...
