The glossary contains definitions of terms most frequently encountered in the collection and. reporting of Summary Reporting System data. Generally, definitions are derived from Florida. Statutes and/or Florida Rules of Court.
1 A logical fallacy is a false statement that weakens an argument by distorting an issue, drawing false conclusions, misusing evidence, or misusing language ..
Because examples of false dilemma, inconsistent premises, and begging the question are valid arguments in this sense, this definition misses some standard fallacies. Other researchers say a fallacy is a mistake in an argument that arises from something other than merely false premises.