Logical Fallacies in Managerial Arguments
XAT 2018 · Verbal Ability & Logical Reasoning · Medium · Critical Reasoning
Read the following statement:
A manager seeks approval for conducting a training programme on 'openness'. He puts forward the following arguments in favour of the program to his CEO.
Which of the following arguments is the least likely to have a logical fallacy?
- A.
We did a pilot training program with a group of employees. Post the program, one of the participants was open to new ideas.
- B.
This program should be good for our organization since it is designed by a leading consultant.
- C.
Internal studies conducted across groups and locations showed that 'openness' increases innovation.
- D.
We have only two options; we can either train our employees on 'openness' or suffer the consequences.
- E.
If you really care about the organization, you should approve this training program.
C
Explanation
Option A uses anecdotal evidence/hasty generalization. Option B appeals to authority. Option D is a false dilemma. Option E is an emotional appeal/ad hominem. Option C relies on systematic empirical data across groups, making it least fallacious.
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