Is an Appeal to Skill, a Logical Fallacy?
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This sounds like this is an appeal to authority type idea to me. You may have to define what you mean by 'skill'. Example; A professional basket ball player gives tips on how to make free throws. Is the players advice correct because of their accomplishments (skill) or because of the underlying issues they are coaching such as ergonomics, muscle memory and the like? The skilled figure may or may not be right but taking their word for the why based on them being skilled is a leap of faith. In issues that are not really important, like free throw advice, taking the appeal to skill or authority is fine for most people. I don't need to know how muscle groups work together or the natural motion of my arm to accept the players advice, their word is enough based on their credibility in the field. On more important issues though it is better to be more diligent in the exploration of the why bits. Side: Yes[o.@]>~~~~~~~~-
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