Exercise
Logical Fallacies: False Dilemma (Either-Or Thinking)
Identify false dilemma fallacies that present arguments as having only two extreme options when other alternatives exist.
Questions
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What defines a False Dilemma (Either-Or) fallacy?
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Which statement represents a False Dilemma?
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Why is False Dilemma reasoning dangerous in decision-making?
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'You either love reading books or you hate learning.' Why is this statement fallacious?
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How can a critical reader counter a False Dilemma argument?
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Identify the False Dilemma fallacy from the options below:
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Why might a salesperson use a False Dilemma on a customer?
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'We must either ban all cars from downtown or accept unbearable air pollution.' What fallacy is this?
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What word pair is commonly found in False Dilemma fallacies?
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In a discussion about homework, which response avoids a False Dilemma?
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'If you don't vote for my proposal, you hate progress.' What logical fallacy is committed?
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How does a False Dilemma simplify complex issues unfairly?