false causality
Hasty generalization
A logical fallacy is, roughly speaking, an error of reasoning. When someone adopts a position, or tries to persuade someone else to adopt a position, based on a bad piece of reasoning, they commit a fallacy
begging the question.
A base rate fallacy is a common error in logical reasoning where an effect is attributed to an incorrect cause due to incorrect statistical data based on statistical ratios not being taken into account.
Equivalence fallacy Source: Ethics of the Information Age Fifth Edition Page 66
your mom is a fallacy.
An ad hominem is a type of fallacy where an argument is directed against a person's character rather than the content of their argument. It involves attacking the individual making the argument rather than addressing the points they are trying to make.
An ad hominem fallacy, sometimes called a "genetic fallacy" or "to the person fallacy" or shorted to "ad hominem", is a kind of logical fallacy. This logical fallacy's definition is: attacking the person rather than the statements the person made.
All of the Above
The passage contains the logical fallacy of hasty generalization. The conclusion that more police are needed to control crime is based on a small sample size (two people) and may not accurately represent the overall crime situation in the city. More data and analysis are needed to make a valid argument for increasing police presence.
a logical fallacy
False causality
A logical fallacy is a flaw in reasoning that makes an argument invalid or unsound. It can be due to incorrect reasoning or misuse of logic to lead to a false or misleading conclusion. Identifying fallacies helps in constructing and evaluating strong arguments.
Its Semantic Fallacy, Logical Fallacy, and Normative Fallacy.
slippery slope (apex)
One common mistake in reasoning that can make an argument ineffective is a logical fallacy, such as ad hominem attacks or appeal to emotion. These errors detract from the logic and validity of the argument, undermining its effectiveness in persuading others.
It lacks proof.