Category: Reasoned Judgment
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Critical Thinking 101: Fallacies -Part 3
Ever been in a conversation where someone jumps to conclusions or makes a wild claim, and you’re left thinking, “Wait, how did we get here?”It’s surprisingly easy to fall into the trap of faulty reasoning without even realizing it. That’s where logical fallacies come in—they’re like those hidden potholes in…
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Critical Thinking 101: Fallacies -Part 2
Have you ever found yourself in a heated debate, only to have someone completely sidestep the issue at hand by throwing a personal jab instead? Welcome to the world of ad hominem fallacies! It’s like being in a boxing ring where your opponent decides to punch below the belt rather…
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Critical Thinking 101: Fallacies -Part 1
In the first two articles, we’ve covered the basics of critical thinking—things like what makes an argument tick, the differences between deductive, inductive, and abductive arguments, and how validity, truth, and soundness all play into evaluating ideas. Now, we’re going to dive into something that trips up a lot of…
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Critical Thinking 101: Validity, Truth, and Soundness Explained
We’ve all heard someone say, “That’s a valid point,” or maybe, “That’s valid, but…” In everyday conversation, we tend to use “valid” to mean something sounds true or reasonable. But when it comes to logic, or philosophical notion of validity ,“validity” has a very specific meaning—and it’s a little different…
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Critical Thinking 101: Laying the Foundation for Better Reasoning
Have you ever found yourself needing to make a crucial decision, support your opinion in a discussion, or persuade a customer in a meeting? Whether you’re choosing a new project direction, debating a topic with friends, or negotiating a deal, the strength of your argument can make all the difference…
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