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Which type of argument is based on deductive reasoning?
Which type of argument is based on deductive reasoning?
- Sound argument
- Strong argument
- Valid argument (correct)
- Inductive argument
Which term refers to a flaw in the structure of an argument?
Which term refers to a flaw in the structure of an argument?
- Informal fallacy
- Cognitive bias
- Formal fallacy (correct)
- Confirmation bias
What is the term for a statement that supports the main conclusion of an argument?
What is the term for a statement that supports the main conclusion of an argument?
- Premise (correct)
- Conclusion
- Non-proposition
- Proposition
Which bias involves relying too heavily on the first piece of information encountered when making a decision?
Which bias involves relying too heavily on the first piece of information encountered when making a decision?
What is the term for a fallacy that attacks the person making an argument rather than addressing the argument itself?
What is the term for a fallacy that attacks the person making an argument rather than addressing the argument itself?