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Which of the following is an example of a deductive argument?

  • An argument that is valid and sound (correct)
  • An argument that is invalid and unsound
  • An argument that is invalid but sound
  • An argument that is valid but unsound

    • What is the difference between a strong and a weak argument?

  • A strong argument is more convincing than a weak argument (correct)
  • A strong argument is sound and a weak argument is unsound
  • A strong argument has more premises than a weak argument
  • A strong argument is valid and a weak argument is invalid

    • What is the fallacy of affirming the consequent?

  • Mistakenly assuming that if the antecedent is true, then the consequent must also be true
  • Mistakenly assuming that if the consequent is true, then the antecedent must also be true (correct)
  • Mistakenly assuming that if the consequent is false, then the antecedent must also be false
  • Mistakenly assuming that if the antecedent is false, then the consequent must also be false

    • What is the fallacy of false dilemma?

    <p>Mistakenly assuming that only two options exist when there are actually more</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between a formal and an informal fallacy?

    <p>A formal fallacy is a deductive error, while an informal fallacy is an inductive error</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the fallacy of hasty generalization?

    <p>Mistakenly drawing a general conclusion based on insufficient or biased evidence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is confirmation bias?

    <p>The tendency to favor information that supports one's preexisting beliefs or values</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the principle of charity in argumentation?

    <p>The principle that one should assume the best possible interpretation of an argument or statement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between direct support and indirect support in argument mapping?

    <p>Direct support refers to evidence that directly supports the conclusion, while indirect support refers to evidence that indirectly supports the conclusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a deductive argument?

    <p>An argument that is valid and cogent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the fallacy of affirming the consequent?

    <p>Inferring the consequent from the antecedent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between a formal and an informal fallacy?

    <p>A formal fallacy is based on faulty structure, while an informal fallacy is based on faulty reasoning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the fallacy of hasty generalization?

    <p>Drawing a conclusion based on insufficient evidence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the principle of charity in argumentation?

    <p>Assuming the best possible interpretation of an argument</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is confirmation bias?

    <p>The tendency to seek out information that confirms one's existing beliefs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the fallacy of false dilemma?

    <p>Presenting only two options when there are actually more</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between direct support and indirect support in argument mapping?

    <p>Direct support is based on explicit statements, while indirect support is based on implicit statements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between a strong and a weak argument?

    <p>A strong argument is based on sound reasoning, while a weak argument is based on faulty reasoning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the fallacy of hasty generalization?

    <p>Drawing a conclusion based on insufficient evidence</p> Signup and view all the answers

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