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What distinguishes a fact from an opinion?
What distinguishes a fact from an opinion?
- Facts are based on personal beliefs, whereas opinions are verifiable statements.
- Facts can be proven with evidence, while opinions are debatable and subjective. (correct)
- Facts are always accepted universally, whereas opinions are never agreed upon.
- Facts are based on stereotypes, while opinions are grounded in absolute truth.
Which of the following best describes a commonplace assertion?
Which of the following best describes a commonplace assertion?
- A personal belief shaped by individual values and experiences.
- A well-supported argument based on verified research.
- A statement that can be proven with objective evidence.
- A stereotype or oversimplification presented as a fact, often accepted without question. (correct)
What is a belief statement primarily based on?
What is a belief statement primarily based on?
- Debatable perspectives that can change over time.
- Verifiable conclusions drawn from scientific research.
- Facts that have general agreement about their truthfulness.
- Personal faith, values, or morality that are not supported by evidence. (correct)
Why is critical thinking important in distinguishing assertions on social media?
Why is critical thinking important in distinguishing assertions on social media?
How do personal experiences influence assertions?
How do personal experiences influence assertions?
Flashcards
Fact
Fact
A verifiable statement proven by evidence and research, widely agreed upon.
Opinion
Opinion
Personal judgment based on facts, debatable and potentially changeable.
Belief
Belief
Conviction based on faith, morality, or values, not based on evidence.
Commonplace Assertion
Commonplace Assertion
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Critical thinking
Critical thinking
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Study Notes
Everyday Conversation and Writing
- Everyday conversation and writing includes factual statements, personal views, judgments, beliefs, and convictions
- Statements of fact, opinion, belief, and prejudice are common
- Factual evidence is often processed and interpreted based on personal values, feelings, experiences.
Categories of Assertion
- Facts: Verifiable statements, proven objectively through research and observation. High agreement on truth.
- Opinions: Personal judgments based on facts. Debatable and changeable.
- Beliefs: Convictions based on cultural/personal faith, morality, or values. Cannot be contested logically. Similar to opinions but not based on evidence.
- Commonplace Assertions: Stereotypes, oversimplifications, or prejudices presented as facts. Often accepted without question due to their prevalence. (e.g., families, friends, media)
Significance of Assertions in Modern Communication
- Distinction between assertion types is becoming blurred in social media because of how netizens present everything as fact.
- Important for critical thinking and media literacy to verify information's truthfulness.
- Recognizing and understanding these categories is important for evaluating the validity of information.
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