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reductio ad absurdum

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A quick definition of reductio ad absurdum:

Term: REDUCTIO AD ABSURDUM

Definition: Reductio ad absurdum is a way of proving that an argument is wrong by showing that it leads to a silly or ridiculous conclusion. It's like saying, "If we follow this argument, we would have to believe something that is clearly untrue or ridiculous." This helps us to see that the argument is flawed and cannot be trusted.

A more thorough explanation:

Definition: Reductio ad absurdum is a Latin term that means "reduction to the absurd." It is a logical method of disproving an argument by showing that it leads to a ridiculous or absurd conclusion.

Example: Let's say someone argues that all cats are black. To disprove this argument using reductio ad absurdum, we can show that it leads to an absurd conclusion. If all cats are black, then a white cat cannot exist. However, we know that white cats do exist, so the argument that all cats are black is false.

Another example: Someone argues that the earth is flat. To disprove this argument using reductio ad absurdum, we can show that it leads to an absurd conclusion. If the earth is flat, then people on opposite sides of the earth would be able to see each other. However, we know that this is not possible, so the argument that the earth is flat is false.

These examples illustrate how reductio ad absurdum can be used to disprove an argument by showing that it leads to a conclusion that is clearly false or absurd.

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shaquilleoatmeal
15:58
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shaquilleoatmeal
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shaquilleoatmeal
16:03
@babycat: 😘 see you in a bit, grind out those essays before you hop back on
shaquilleoatmeal
16:04
appreciate the non wink since you didn't appreciate it them then lol
babycat
16:06
I'll do it for you ;)
16:06
Tough to justify attending a law school where the admissions office does epic resistance political commentary at the info session
BulbasaurNoLikeCardio
16:07
making me feel jealous here wow, I am about to go taste test a bunch of deserts for our baby shower this weekend.
BulbasaurNoLikeCardio
16:07
@milktoast: what school got political at an info session?
shaquilleoatmeal
16:11
nothin to be jealous about, i've been trying to slide into babycats dms but shes got a long line I guess I gotta wait in to see if I can get in lmao
babycat
16:11
omg if you get into ASU they give you travel expense reimbursement to go there for a visit. does anyone know which other schools do this? I'd love to get a comped vacation
shaquilleoatmeal
16:12
think BU gives you $300 or somethin
ClassyPleasantHeron
16:12
Where is ASU getting this kind of $$$ from? They waive CAS fees too.
babycat
16:13
@shaquilleoatmeal: yeah but then you have to go to Boston :(
shaquilleoatmeal
16:14
uva too
shaquilleoatmeal
16:14
whats wrong w boston ;(
GOT PROMOTED YAY how do i tell law schools abt this?
like do i type up and separate doc and send as an attachment? how much do i write?
shaquilleoatmeal
16:15
@jackfrost11770: LFGGGG
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shaquilleoatmeal
16:16
do any of your schools have updated sections in the portal? If so, i'd upload there, if not email. Small paragraph should do it id think
1a2b3c4d26z
16:16
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1a2b3c4d26z
16:16
Congrats jack!
thank you!!
babycat
16:16
@jackfrost11770: personally I would submit an updated resume reflecting the new position instead of a paragraph but idk what SOP is
getting a bacon egg and cheese in celebration
1a2b3c4d26z
16:18
lfg baby you earned that
babycat
16:20
also congrats!! big win
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