Assignment 2: Discussion—Informal Fallacies

Shapiro, I. D. (2007). Fallacies of logic: Argumentation cons. et Cetera, 64(1), 75–86. Retrieved from

http://www.thecampuscommon.com/library/ezproxy/ticketdemocs.asp?

sch=auo&turl=http://search.proquest.com/docview/204105839

Using the types of arguments listed in this article or in the module readings, respond to the following:

• Draft two original fallacies. Do not identify the fallacies, allow your peers to determine what fallacy your example represents.

Next, using the Internet, respond to the following:

• Research a third informal fallacy not already covered in the readings.
  • Identify and define the fallacy. For example, appeal to tradition, false dichotomy, etc.
  • Explain why this type of fallacy is a bad way of reasoning.
  • Construct an original fallacy argument of that type.
  • Provide a citation for your source. Ensure that you apply APA standards to the citation of sources.

Support your statements with examples and scholarly references.

Write your initial response in 200–300 words.