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Good Reasons to Study Logic
Symbolic Logic
Symbolic logic is akin to learning a new language, which we can use to analyse the logic of statements or validate arguments.
It can even be used to construct proofs for complex arguments, where it is not easy to validate right away.
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Studying Logic
Logic is a science of correct reasoning while making inferences.
Even if one is not into philosophy, studying logic is a good way to learn argument analysis and understand the world around us in a clear, linear way.
Symbolic Logic
Symbolic logic is akin to learning a new language, which we can use to analyse the logic of statements or validate arguments.
It can even be used to construct proofs for complex arguments, where it is not easy to validate right away.
Logic In Validating Arguments
If we train ourselves to construct complex arguments and are able to spot the weak ones, we can move towards what is authentic and avoid the traps.
Being able to study internal reasoning is a useful skill in any field.
Logic: An Effective Persuasion Tool
Though many people get persuaded by identity rather than logic, it is still a good way to persuade the right kind of audience.
Good arguments can win the day where people are making a choice based on logic and merit, and are not persuaded by hyperbole, rhetoric or emotional appeals.
Logic: The Foundational Discipline
- In any field, logic is the foundational discipline.
- The logic of Aristotle or the modern symbolic logic are shining examples of the merit of this system.
- It is widely used in mathematics, philosophy and computer science.
Fallacious Thinking
Many politicians, advertisers and corporate spokespersons use propaganda, exaggeration, misdirection and selective lying to promote their agendas and mislead the public.
The strongly visual and persuasive techniques are sometimes effective but hold no ground when they are studied with logical reasoning. A clear logical mind which cuts through the noise is more crucial than ever before.
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Convince Them With Confidence
- Speak confidently, be concise, and try not to repeat yourself.
- Give the appearance that you truly know what’s right from the beginning, even if you don’t have all o...
Avoid Common Argument Fallacies
Winning an argument often comes down to who can go the longest without contradicting themselves and keeping sound logic, not direct persuasion of the other party.
Anecdotal Fallacy
Using a single personal experience as the foundation of your argument or your big piece of evidence.
For example, your phone may have broken right after you bought it, but you can’t use that to argue that those phones are not worth the purchase for others.
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Cherry picking
It is a logical fallacy and it happens when we choose and focus only on evidence that supports our views and arguments while ignoring anything that may contradict us.
The problem with cherry picking
- It fails to take into consideration all the available information
- It presents information in a misleading way.
- It might lead to improper analysis and might cause someone to paint a misleading picture of a certain outcome.
The principle of total evidence
Also referred to as Bernoulli’s maxim, it states that, when assessing the probability that a certain hypothesis is true, we must take into account all the available information.
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David Hume: Both Sides of the Coin
The philosophy of the Scottish philosopher David Hume wasn't just about being disagreeable. He was skeptical and doubtful on authority, and on himself too.
He could highlight flaws on both si...
The Limits of Reason and Logic
David Hume understood that the various beliefs and ideologies that sound reasonable and logical on the surface, are in fact irrational and emotionally driven deep down.
This way he could argue about or doubt practically any belief or thought process.
At Ease with Contradictions
David Hume was completely at ease with contradictions. This way he could avoid getting into extremities.
He used to contradict himself by providing a counter-argument against his own statements. This way, no matter how contradictory it sounded, it provided an insight into life, which itself does not follow a linear, logical path.
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