Proof by example:
Definition | Example |
When examples are offered as proof of a more universal proposition. | This apple is red, so all apples must be red. |
Notes | |
A more detailed treatment of this fallacy can be found on the supplementary Inductive Errors page. |
Case Study One
The first woman I dated cheated on me. I learned from this that women are cheaters.
Keep in mind that a fallacious argument does not entail an erroneous position.