Syllogistic Figure: Understanding Logical Structure
A syllogistic figure refers to the arrangement of the major and minor…
False Dilemma: Recognizing Limited Choices
A false dilemma, or false dichotomy, presents only two options as exhaustive,…
False Dichotomy: Understanding the Black-or-White Fallacy
A false dichotomy, or black-or-white fallacy, wrongly limits choices to just two…
Fallacy of Composition
The fallacy of composition incorrectly assumes that properties of individual parts apply…
Explanation: Making Things Clear
Explanation is the process of making something understandable. It involves detailing reasons,…
Explanans: The Core of an Explanation
The explanans refers to the statement(s) providing the reason or cause for…