LSAT Flaws Correctly Solved Exam
[100% Correct] VERIFIED!!
What is a common flaw in reasoning when an argument draws a conclusion based solely on a
single example?
Hasty generalization
In an argument that claims "All dogs are friendly because my dog is friendly," which logical flaw
is pr...
LSAT Flaws Correctly Solved Exam
[100% Correct] VERIFIED!!
What is a common flaw in reasoning when an argument draws a conclusion based solely on a
single example?
Hasty generalization
In an argument that claims "All dogs are friendly because my dog is friendly," which logical flaw
is present?
Hasty generalization
When an argument relies on anecdotal evidence instead of statistical data, what is this an
example of?
Overgeneralization
What reasoning flaw occurs when an argument assumes that just because two events occur
together, one must cause the other?
Post hoc reasoning
If an argument concludes that a new policy is effective based solely on its popularity, what flaw
might it contain?
Appeal to popularity
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, When a conclusion is based on insufficient evidence or lacks relevant data, what flaw is typically
involved?
Weak analogy
What is the flaw in reasoning called when a speaker misrepresents an opponent's argument to
make it easier to attack?
Straw man fallacy
In an argument that assumes a characteristic of a whole group based on a characteristic of an
individual member, what flaw is present?
Composition fallacy
If a politician argues that their new law will reduce crime because they say it will, what flaw
might their argument be exhibiting?
Circular reasoning
When an argument draws a conclusion based on a small, non-representative sample, what logical
flaw is being committed?
Hasty generalization
What flaw occurs when a conclusion is reached by ignoring relevant opposing evidence?
Cherry-picking evidence
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