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Latest revision as of 16:50, 10 July 2020
Fallacy of overgeneralization is irrational beliefs in which (1) conclusions (usually negative) are based on limited evidence, or (2) communicators exaggerate their shortcomings.
Definition
According to Looking Out, Looking In by Adler, Proctor (15th edition),
- Fallacy of overgeneralization. Irrational beliefs in which (1) conclusions (usually negative) are based on limited evidence, or (2) communicators exaggerate their shortcomings.
