BEGGING THE QUESTION Meaning and
Definition
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Begging the question, also known as circular reasoning, is a logical fallacy where a statement or argument assumes the conclusion as one of its premises, without providing any evidence or logical reasoning to support it. In other words, it is an argument that essentially restates the point being made, rather than offering any genuine evidence or sound reasoning to support it.
This fallacy can take several forms, but in every case, it fails to establish the validity of the initial claim being made. One common example of begging the question is when someone uses the statement they are trying to prove as evidence for its own validity. For instance, if someone argues that "smoking is harmful because it is dangerous to one's health," they are merely restating the conclusion they are trying to reach, rather than providing any factual evidence to support it.
Begging the question can also occur when an argument relies on assumptions that are not proven or when the premises provided are just as questionable as the conclusion itself. This appeal to circular reasoning can be deceiving, as it may appear persuasive or plausible at first glance, but in reality, it does not provide any valid or substantial evidence to support the original claim. Therefore, it is important to identify and avoid this fallacy in logical discussions to maintain sound and rational arguments.
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