A straw man argument sets up a false opponent and argues against it. This rhetorical tactic involves presenting a distorted, exaggerated, or simplified version of an opponent's argument, making it easier to attack and refute, rather than engaging with the actual argument presented.
What does a straw man argument do?
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It attacks the opponent, rather than the argument.
It attacks the opponent, rather than the argument.
It highlights two misleading choices for an opponent.
It highlights two misleading choices for an opponent.
It sets up a false opponent and argues against it.
It sets up a false opponent and argues against it.
It provides a false clue or distraction for opponents.
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