Which of the following sentences contains a logical fallacy?

Practice Questions

Q1
Which of the following sentences contains a logical fallacy?
  1. If it rains, the ground will be wet.
  2. All birds can fly, so penguins are not birds.
  3. Some fruits are sweet, like apples.
  4. If you study hard, you will pass the exam.

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

Which of the following sentences contains a logical fallacy?
  • Step 1: Read the question carefully to understand what is being asked.
  • Step 2: Identify the sentences provided in the question.
  • Step 3: Look for any statements that make a broad claim about a group without exceptions.
  • Step 4: Check if the claim is true for all members of that group.
  • Step 5: Determine if the statement about birds says that all birds can fly.
  • Step 6: Recognize that not all birds can fly (e.g., ostriches, penguins).
  • Step 7: Conclude that the statement about birds contains a logical fallacy because it incorrectly generalizes.
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