The argument you presented contains a straw man logical fallacy. This is because it misrepresents the opposition's argument by implying that those who oppose the new library are against books and learning, which may not accurately reflect their actual concerns or reasons for opposition.
There is no question that we need to build a new library in our city. Our existing library is old and cramped, and it cannot meet the needs of our booming population. There are those who believe we do not need a new library, but why are they opposed to books and learning? Which type of logical fallacy does this argument contain? (1 point) Responses false dichotomy false dichotomy straw man straw man bandwagon bandwagon slippery slope
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