Logical Fallacies Logical fallacies have existed since the dawn of time. As defined by Bassham et al a logical fallacy "is an argument that contains a mistake in reasoning." With this definition one must keep in mind that the definition of an argument according to Bassham et al is "a claim put forward and defended by reasons." The ability to recognize logical fallacy will enable one to break down an argument. This ability is crucial to the critical thinking process. Logical fallacies can
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reasons that the issues[sex-ed.] at hand “removes family involvement with the children‚ put kids in an uncomfortable position‚ stripped any sense of morality‚ promote promiscuity‚ and encourages experimentation.” In the passage‚ I have identified the logical fallacies that the author utilized in their argument: personal attack(ad hominem)‚ slippery slope‚ perfect argument‚ false dilemma‚ and wishful thinking. This argument seems to direct its argument toward a general surgeon about his recommendation
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Logical Fallacies Fallacies of Relevance Ad Hominem Refers to a personal attack on an arguer’s reputation or character rather than the argument itself. Usually seen in political debates Example: Teddy Roosevelt’s attacks on William Howard Taft’s obesity. Attacking the Motive Refers to focusing on an attack against an arguer’s supposed motivation or bias rather than focusing on the argument itself. Usually points to how the arguer would benefit from his own argument. Example: Flower
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Competency Definitions Adaptability Demonstrates flexibility during periods of change or innovation. Easily transitions to revised goals‚ deadlines‚ or expectations as a result of organizational constraints or changes to objectives. Seeks out environments where routine and monotony are minimized. Assists in the management of organizational change. Building Partnerships Identifying opportunities and taking action to build strategic relationships between one’s area and other areas‚ teams‚ departments
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Logical-Mathematical Intelligence The theory of multiple intelligences was thought up by Howard Gardner through his opinion on people having not only one way of thinking. Howard Gardner is a Professor of Education at Harvard Graduate School of Education and author of Multiple Intelligence: New Horizons and many other books. Gardner defines intelligence as an ability or set of abilities that allow a person to solve a problem or fashion a product that is valued in one or more cultures (Lane‚ 2005)
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Transitions and Organizational Patterns Part 1 Writers don’t let their thoughts wander aimlessly. They think logically. They organize details in patterns. In the written language these patterns help you follow ideas more easily and‚ therefore‚ improve your understanding of the text. Authors use transition words and phrases to create patterns within their writing. The following are common patterns of organization and transitions used in writing. Time Order/Process Pattern Ideas or events are presented
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T´cnicas de Reconhecimento de Padr˜es e o Pattern Recognition Techniques 2013/2014 Practical Exercises : Class # 1 and #2 Statistical Pattern Recognition Toolbox - (STPRTool): Installation & Data Handling STPRTool Requirements • Matlab‚ version 5.3 or higher (Verify your Matlab version by typing in the Matlab command line ver ); • Some algorithms require the Optimization and Image Processing Toolboxes (Verify if you have it installed by typing the command ver). STPRTool Installation
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CONVERGENCE OF LOGICAL AND PHYSICAL SECURITY SYSTEMS INTRODUCTION Up to now‚ majority of organizations have their physical and logical access systems operating as independent structures‚ with each being run by a totally separate department. The information technology security system‚ which controls access to information technology infrastructure including mail servers‚ the internet‚ database applications and web servers was managed by the department of information technology. The physical security
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| | Research As mentioned in Introduction first we identified the need of a door locking system that reacts to knocking. In our research period first we studied about how to get sound of knocking. Getting noise free sound‚ how to recognize patterns using suitable algorithms‚ connecting system with users mobile phone via internet‚ Arduino Programming are the thing we researched in this period in purpose of coming up with a better solution for the problem we identified. Then we identified the
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