1. Question :
Which of the following is an advantage of using standard form?
Student Answer: It helps us to evaluate the quality of an argument
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our own views about the subject.
It is only really necessary for professional logicians and
mathematicians
It makes arguments logically valid
It makes it more likely that your audience will believe your
premises
Instructor
Explanation:
The answer to this question can be found in Section 2.2, “Extracting
Arguments in the Standard Form,” of With Good Reason: A Guide to Critical
Thinking.
Points Received: 0 of 1
Comments:
Question 2
.
Question :
The conclusion of an argument is __________.
Student Answer: the point in time at which the argument ends
a sentence that gives a reason why something is true
the claim that is supported by the argument
a way to wrap up an argument without hostility
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Instructor
Explanation:
The answer to this question can be found in Section 2.1, “Arguments in
Logic,” of With Good Reason: A Guide to Critical Thinking.
Points Received: 0 of 1
Comments:
Question 3
.
Question :
An argument can have __________.
Student Answer: only false conclusions
only false premises
no more than five premises
any number of premises
Instructor
Explanation:
The answer can be found in Section 2.1, “Arguments in Logic,” of With Good
Reason: A Guide to Critical Thinking.
Points Received: 0 of 1
Comments:
Question 4
.
Question :
Which of the following is likely to indicate a premise?
Student
Answer:
It follows that
Because
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So
Thus
Instructor
Explanation:
The answer can be found in Section 2.2, “Putting Arguments in the Standard
Form,” of With Good Reason: A Guide to Critical Thinking.
Points Received: 1 of 1
Comments:
Question 5
.
Question :
An argument is __________.
Student Answer: something that necessitates an exchange
a verbal dispute
something that requires a winner and a loser
a defense of a position
Instructor
Explanation:
The answer can be found in Section 2.1, “Arguments in Logic,” of With Good
Reason: A Guide to Critical Thinking [Show Less]