2) Why do we avoid what I call “audience fallacies” and “authorial fallacies” in our writing? Define each, provide a brief example of each, and explain the significance. (50-75 words)
Audience fallacies - I guess it would be when the author assumes that the audience knows something.
Authorial fallacies - When the author uses his/her opinions in generalizations i.e. "society feels this way'
We avoid them because they are not necessarily true and are value statements with no support. One person cannot claim to speak for an entire group.
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