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Analyzing Arguments in Everyday Life

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What is the primary purpose of evidence in an argument?

To provide a claim

To prove that the reasons are true or have some merit (correct)

To provide reasons for the claim

To make assumptions about the audience

What is an assumption in an argument?

A stated fact that supports the claim

A piece of evidence that is presented to support the claim

A belief that must be held in order to accept the claim of the argument (correct)

A reason that is directly related to the claim

What is one way to determine the effectiveness and validity of an argument?

Relying solely on the evidence presented

Asking some demanding questions about each of the argument's elements (correct)

Comparing the argument to other similar arguments

Looking only at the claim of the argument

Why is it important to examine the assumptions behind an argument?

To determine if the assumptions are logical and true Signup and view all the answers

What is one potential issue with the editor's reason that the college is misusing the money from parking fees?

It does not follow that the schools should therefore drop parking fees altogether Signup and view all the answers

What is one way to evaluate the evidence presented in an argument?

Determine if it is relevant and accurate Signup and view all the answers

What is one potential issue with the editor's use of an 'inside' witness?

The witness may not be credible if they are the student who cleans the office Signup and view all the answers

What is the result if the assumptions behind an argument are found to be false?

The argument falls apart Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of learning to analyze arguments?

To make up your own mind about the effectiveness and validity of an argument Signup and view all the answers

What is an essential component of an argument?

A claim supported by reasons Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of reasons in an argument?

To justify a claim and convince readers Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a reason in the given text?

Parking fees are burdensome to already financially-strapped students Signup and view all the answers

What is the claim in the example argument about parking fees?

Students should not be charged a fee for parking on campus Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of recognizing the elements of an argument?

It helps to analyze the effectiveness and validity of an argument Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of an argument according to the text?

A discussion that presents reasons and evidence to convince an audience of its position Signup and view all the answers