Straw+Man

STRAW MAN

This fallacy occurs when one person exaggerates an opponent's argument to make it easier to refute or ridicule. You make up an argument you wish your opponent had made because it is so much easier to knock over.

An example of a straw man fallacy: A: We should legalize marijuana in the United States. B: If we legalize marijuana, Americans will have bad judgments, poor motor skills, and lack of activities. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VZqGrM23kHo&list=PLlE9Ov7Ya1t3sywviDJr8QGpaUxVP4wnl&feature=player_detailpage

5. A straw man fallacy usually consists of making your opponent's argument look weak and taking advantage of the argument. Most of the time they are not true (refute).