What do we call unsound arguments that are often persuasive and appearing to be logical because they usually appeal to our emotions and prejudices, and because they often support conclusions that we want to believe are accurate?
A)Fallacies
B)Irrational beliefs
C)Biases
D)Public opinion

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These are called fallacies, which are errors in reasoning that can make an argument unsound or invalid. Fallacies can manipulate emotions and biases, therefore appearing persuasive, but ultimately they undermine the credibility of an argument.

What Do We Call Unsound Arguments That Are Often Persuasive