Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
Faulty reasoning refers to flawed logic or illogical thinking that weakens an argument or leads to incorrect conclusions. It involves errors such as logical fallacies, false assumptions, or biased reasoning.