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Critical Thinking: Developing an Argument

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What is the primary objective of step four in developing an argument?

To recognize a logical fallacy in an argument

To organize evidence in support of a claim

To formulate a conclusion based on premises

To identify the primary issue in a given list (correct)

What is the main focus of developing an argument in critical thinking?

To dismiss opposing viewpoints

To identify flaws in an argument

To construct a sound argument with evidence (correct)

To persuade an audience with emotional appeals

Which of the following is NOT a step in developing an argument?

Formulate a claim

Assume a conclusion without evidence (correct)

Evaluate the credibility of sources

Identify the primary issue

What is the primary goal of evaluating evidence in an argument?

To determine the credibility of sources Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of identifying premises in an argument?

To support a claim with evidence Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of arguments developed by critical thinkers?

They are based on logical reasoning to establish their claims Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following should be avoided in constructing an argument?

Making emotional appeals to persuade the audience Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of premises in an argument?

To establish a logical connection between the claim and evidence Signup and view all the answers

What is a key principle of critical thinking in evaluating arguments?

Evaluating the argument based on its logical coherence Signup and view all the answers

What is a common fallacy to avoid in constructing an argument?

Making an emotional appeal to persuade the audience Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following guidelines for evaluating premises is most relevant to avoiding logical fallacies?

Avoiding premises appealing to emotion Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of evaluating the quality of premises in an argument?

To ensure the evidence is relevant and sufficient Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following would be an example of a categorical premise?

All humans are mortal Signup and view all the answers

What is the main risk of using premises that appeal to emotion?

The argument may be based on flawed reasoning Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to avoid vague premises in an argument?

To avoid ambiguity and ensure clarity Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Developing an Argument

Developing an argument involves a six-step process
Step four of the process involves identifying the primary issue at hand

Evaluating Premises

Evaluating and improving the quality of premises is a crucial step in developing an argument
There are three guidelines for ensuring high-quality premises:
- Avoid categorical premises
- Avoid vague premises
- Avoid premises that appeal to emotion
Critical thinkers rely on logical reasoning to develop arguments

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Test your understanding of the six steps to develop a strong argument, including identifying the primary issue and more. Evaluate your critical thinking skills and learn how to effectively argue a point.