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What is the main difference between conventions and preferences?
Conventions are based on laws and rules, while preferences are based on personal choice.
What type of evidence is considered the strongest in supporting an argument according to the text?
Statistical Evidence
Why are opinions difficult to verify objectively?
Because they are subjective and cannot be logically attacked.
What is the purpose of formulating a counterclaim in critical thinking?
To help understand the text more deeply.
'Limited knowledge weakens credibility' mainly refers to which type of evidence?
Anecdotal Evidence
In what way does testimonial evidence enhance credibility?
By establishing expertise and credibility in various fields.
What is the purpose of determining textual evidence in evaluating an author's argument?
To validate the author's assertions and counterclaims.
'Survey-type data' fits into which category of evidence according to the text?
'Statistical Evidence'
What distinguishes preferences from opinions according to the text?
Preferences cannot be logically attacked, while opinions are difficult to verify.
How does anecdotal evidence establish credibility according to the text?
By effectively establishing credibility through personal nuances.
Test your knowledge of pragmatics, morphology, and different models of reading such as Bottom-Up and Top-Down approaches. Explore the interactive model of reading according to David E. Rumelhart.
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