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Logical Fallacies
Timeless ideas at the intersections of science, philosophy, critical thinking, and history.
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What is CPT symmetry?
Charge, parity, and time symmetry.
Logical Fallacies FAQ
Antimatter.
When is relying on an authority for truth reasonable?
Evidence-backed expertise (accountable authority)
Logical Fallacies Article
Authority.
What logical fallacy kept bloodletting in use for centuries?
False cause
Logical Fallacies FAQ
False Cause Fallacy.
The belief that thoughts, affirmations, or declarations directly cause outcomes.
Magical Thinking
Logical Fallacies FAQ
Worldview.
What fallacy assumes the inevitability of first steps while ignoring evidence and probability?
Slippery slope
Logical Fallacies FAQ
Slippery Slope.
The type of argument where one uses fear over reason to manipulate you.
Fear-based argument.
Logical Fallacies FAQ
Appeal to Fear Fallacy.