Affirming the Consequent
Type: Formal — Propositional Also Known As: Converse error
Definition
If A then B. B. Therefore, A. (Invalid — B could have other causes.)
Form
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Examples
Example 1
If it rained, the ground is wet. The ground is wet. Therefore, it rained.
Example 2
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Example 3
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Example 4
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Why It Persuades
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How to Counter
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Related Concepts
References
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Part of the Convergence Protocol — Clear thinking for complex times.