Trivium on Nostr: Oversimplification is a logical fallacy that occurs when an argument or idea is ...
Oversimplification is a logical fallacy that occurs when an argument or idea is reduced to an overly simplistic or binary representation, ignoring crucial details, nuances, and complexities. This fallacy can be intentional or unintentional, and it often (but not always) leads to misleading or inaccurate conclusions.
Binary Thinking: Reducing a multifaceted issue to a simple “yes” or “no” or “good” or “bad” dichotomy, overlooking the trade offs between alternatives.
Correlation ≠ Causation: Assuming a direct cause-and-effect relationship between two variables solely based on their correlation, without considering other factors that might influence the relationship.
Simplifying Complex Causes: Reducing a complex issue to a single cause or factor, ignoring the multiple intersecting causes that contribute to the outcome.
Exaggeration: Adding irrelevant or overstated causal influences to an argument, distorting the truth.
Gross Generalizations: Making sweeping statements about a group or category, ignoring individual differences and exceptions.
Oversimplified arguments can lead to inaccurate or incomplete conclusions, undermining the validity of the reasoning.
GN Nostr.
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