Bandwagon Fallacy Research Paper

Decent Essays
Bandwagon Fallacy: Assuming something is right because of the popular opinion.
Example
Every girl at Miami Central High thinks Peter is the best looking football player, so he's obviously the best looking guy in the school

False Authority: where the "expert" cited is not really an expert in the field
Example
My mom told me a way to a man heart is by cooking. Therefore, if you want to get to the heart of a man you need to learn how to cook.
Either/Or Fallacy: An argument that only presents two choices where in reality there are other options.
Example
The only to travel is either by riding a bike or walking.

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