Don't fall for the 'Appeal to Authority'—evaluate arguments based on evidence, not just who is presenting them. 🧠🔍 #AppealToAuthority #MentalModels #CriticalThinking #LogicalFallacies #EvidenceBased

Appeal to authority is a logical fallacy where an argument is deemed valid simply because it is endorsed by an authority figure, expert, or renowned individual, without considering the merit or evidence supporting the argument itself. While expertise and authority can lend credibility to an argument, the validity of the argument should be evaluated based on its own merits rather than the authority of the source.

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