Week 2 Knowledge Check
Concepts Components of an Argument - Claims Types of Argument Components of an Argument Differences Between Inductive and Deductive Arguments Mastery 100% 100% 100% 100% Questions
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Concept: Components of an Argument - Claims
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1. When evaluating an argument with unstated premises, which of the following is the most appropriate tactic? A. Find a claim that would make the argument invalid or weak and evaluate the argument as if this claim had been included. B. Don’t add anything. If the arguer had wanted a claim to be included, he or she would have included it. Evaluate the argument as it stands. C. Find a claim that would make the argument valid or strong and evaluate the argument as if this claim had been
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Correct! The correct answer is: C. When you approach an argument without an obvious claim, the best approach is to “give the best read.” It is important to find the best claim to make the argument work. 2. All of the following are reasons that you should include claims that contradict the conclusion when diagramming an argument EXCEPT: A. It shows that you have considered other sides of the issue and found them wanting. B. To confuse your audience C. To bring up an objection, and then give reasons for rejecting it, is more powerful argumentation than to ignore possible objections to your argument. D. Including counterclaims in your argument helps make you look more credible. Correct! The correct answer is: B. When diagramming an argument, all claims must be included. Without claims, the argument lacks a clear foundation and leads to confusion.
Concept: Types of Argument
Concepts Types of Argument Mastery 100% Questions
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