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sweeping generalization

Another name for the fallacy of accident.

Sweeping generalization is a common name for the fallacy of accident: a rule that is fine for typical cases is swept over an exceptional case it doesn't fit.

Examples

  • "Exercise is good for you, so a person with a broken ankle should go running."

See also

fallacy of accident hasty generalization
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