General vs Particular Claims Quiz
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What is a generalization?

  • A claim that applies rarely
  • A claim that applies universally (correct)
  • A claim that applies to a specific group
  • A claim that applies randomly

What is an example of a particular claim?

  • Birds can fly
  • All humans are mortal
  • The sun rises in the east
  • Women are better problem solvers than men (correct)

How is a particular claim different from a generalization?

  • It applies to a specific group or instance (correct)
  • It is always false
  • It is a random statement
  • It applies universally

What is necessary before responding critically to an argument?

<p>Having a clear and accurate interpretation of the reasoning (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does analysis of an argument entail?

<p>Identifying the parts of the argument and recognizing how they relate to each other (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of reasons in an argument?

<p>To support the conclusion (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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