Axia College Material Appendix B Final Exam • Select one of the following topics and read both articles that present opposing sides of the argument surrounding that topic. o Animal experimentation o Outsourcing o Media violence Identify if the topic you chose—as presented by both articles—is a problem or an issue, and explain what makes it a problem or an issue. If you believe the articles present both problems and issues, identify and explain what the
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Components of an Argument - Claims Mastery 100% Questions Score: 6/11 1 2 Types of Argument 67% 3 4 6 Components of an Argument Differences Between Inductive and Deductive Arguments 50% 5 7 25% 8 9 10 11 Concept: Components of an Argument - Claims Concepts Components of an Argument - Claims Mastery 100% Questions 1 2 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
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Basic Elements of An Essay [pic] Introduction of the Essay The introduction should detail what is contained in the paper. The introduction is usually only a paragraph, three at the most. The writer should sum up the introduction with a TOPIC SENTENCE which supports the main idea of the essay OR CLARIFYING STATEMENT. This will allow the reader to know the subject of the paper and an introduction to that subject. This is one of the most important things cited by the professors. Writing a Purpose
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differences could result in an argument or a fight. Arguing is a discussion of opposing point of views normally striving to persuade or prove a point and fighting is an intentional act of violence (throwing physical blows or use of weapons) to harm the opposition. In this essay I will distinguish between the characteristics of an argument and a fight that demonstrate the effectiveness that both choices could have on the outcome of the specific situation. An argument is a verbal conversation, a fight
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question may best be answered last after you understand the author's main argument. This question is about the larger debate that the author is engaged in or the implication of his/her work given his/her thesis. The author’s own background is mostly a factor in the reason for the essay. [e.g., The article is about “lazy welfare mothers” and thus it contributes to the debate for welfare reform.] 2. What is the author's main argument? Search the reading for the thesis statement and either quote or paraphrase
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Abortion Abortion always has been a touchy subject for people to speak of. There are groups who believe in pro-choice and groups who believe in pro-life. Whichever side is chosen, people are entitled to their own opinions. There are arguments for both sides that support personal, religious, and cultural beliefs. My views on the subject is pro-choice. All women should be able to decide what happens to their bodies and no person or government should be allowed to force that decision upon us
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didn’t expect to be a part of it either. But now that I have that part complete I want to talk about this entire conversation and about this guy’s argument on trying to borrow someone’s suit coat. First off I find it hard to even call this an argument. Since I’m a firm believer in using logic to sway arguments in my favor, I have to say his particular argument fell way short. In other words, he used no logic. His
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Mapping an Argument Steven Montesano CRT/205 11/17/12 Ann Armstrong The first article chosen was Abortion Is a Form of Genocide by Meredith Eugene Hunt. The issue in this article is “abortion as a form of genocide is accurate by historical and accepted standards of the word’s definition” (Abortion, 2010). I highlighted this as the issue because it includes everything the author is trying to prove to the reader. Hunt wants to make it known that she believes abortion is a form of genocide
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Title Examining Different Arguments Related to the Choice of a Career Assessment Part A: Critically Evaluating an Argument Build your mind map. Arts and Sciences (Advantage): Lots of flexibility in career choices: Logically Sound Arts and Sciences (Disadvantage): Leads to a career in food service - 'Do you want fries with that?': Irrational Appeal Education (Advantage): The best way to make a difference in the world: Oversimplifying Education (Disadvantage): Guaranteed low paying
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work to cut costs; ii. That costs need to be cut in this department; iii. That product development can produce the same output on the new budget; and iv. That the project will be a success. 3. Explanations of arguments a. Cliff O’Connor Mr. O’Connor makes the argument that because sources have reported that there is a significant chance that competitors are improving their products, that AcuScan should work to enter the market. He further argues that it is necessary
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