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Which indicator word is typically used to introduce a necessary condition?
Which indicator word is typically used to introduce a necessary condition?
- If
- Then
- Only if (correct)
- Whenever
In the context of causality, which indicator word is commonly used to introduce a premise?
In the context of causality, which indicator word is commonly used to introduce a premise?
- Because (correct)
- Therefore
- Thus
- For example
Which statement best describes the central assumption of basic causal conclusions?
Which statement best describes the central assumption of basic causal conclusions?
- They assume a direct causal relationship between two events. (correct)
- They assume a necessary condition for an event to occur.
- They assume a correlation between two events.
- They assume a sufficient condition for an event to occur.
Which indicator word is commonly used to introduce a counter-premise?
Which indicator word is commonly used to introduce a counter-premise?
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What common error can occur in understanding causality when faced with the indicator 'After all'?
What common error can occur in understanding causality when faced with the indicator 'After all'?
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Which indicator word is often used to signal a conclusion based on causality?
Which indicator word is often used to signal a conclusion based on causality?
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What is the key difference between causality in the premises and causality in the conclusion?
What is the key difference between causality in the premises and causality in the conclusion?
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When encountering 'For this reason' as an indicator, what should be examined closely to evaluate the argument?
When encountering 'For this reason' as an indicator, what should be examined closely to evaluate the argument?
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