The logical fallacy of false dichotomy or false choice occurs when one provides only two (or a few) answers to a question, giving the illusion that these choices exhaust all possibilities, when in fact they don't. Some examples include: It's worth noting that not all logical dichotomies are false. Consider the etymological definitions of Theism and Atheism. * Theism = Belief in one or more gods * Atheism = "A" + "Theism" = Lacking + (Belief in one or more gods) As one cannot simultaneously lack belief and believe, this is an example of a valid dichotomy.