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Incomplete Comparison

Makes a comparison without stating what the thing is being compared against or by which standard.

Definition

Makes a comparison without stating what the thing is being compared against or by which standard.

Example
This is the stronger product.
Extended explanation

How to think about it:

Makes a comparison without stating what the thing is being compared against or by which standard. In practice, the key question is whether the conclusion is supported by evidence and logic, or whether it depends on this reasoning shortcut instead.

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