
Understanding the Fallacy of Relative Privation

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Philosophy
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9th - 10th Grade
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Hard
Jennifer Brown
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5 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main argument that Isao tries to make to Tatsuki?
The company should hire more employees.
The company should focus on improving its marketing sector.
The company should increase its production.
The company should reduce its expenses.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does the fallacy of relative privation affect the perception of an argument?
It strengthens the argument by providing more evidence.
It clarifies the argument by simplifying the language.
It makes the argument seem irrelevant by comparing it to a worse problem.
It supports the argument by adding emotional appeal.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In the example with Pip, what fallacy does he commit?
He changes the subject to avoid the criticism.
He agrees with the criticism but offers no solution.
He compares the dry chicken to a worst-case scenario of starvation.
He assumes the chicken was not dry.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a less common variant of the fallacy of relative privation?
Comparing a situation to the best-case scenario.
Focusing on irrelevant details.
Comparing a situation to the worst-case scenario.
Ignoring the problem entirely.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is it important to understand the fallacy of relative privation in today's world?
Because it helps in making quick decisions.
Because it simplifies complex issues.
Because it allows for better international communication.
Because it helps in correctly addressing and prioritizing problems.
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