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Which of the following terms refers to the literal, objective meaning of a word?
Which of the following terms refers to the literal, objective meaning of a word?
- Connotation
- Denotation (correct)
- Euphemism
- Propaganda
What type of reasoning involves starting with a claim and then seeking evidence to support that claim?
What type of reasoning involves starting with a claim and then seeking evidence to support that claim?
- Inductive Reasoning
- Deductive Reasoning (correct)
- Propaganda
- Confirmation Bias
Which term describes favoring information that confirms preexisting beliefs?
Which term describes favoring information that confirms preexisting beliefs?
- Circular Reasoning
- Subjectivity
- Objectivity
- Confirmation Bias (correct)
What does the Law of Non-Contradiction state?
What does the Law of Non-Contradiction state?
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Study Notes
Vocabulary and Reasoning
- Denotation refers to the literal, objective meaning of a word.
- Confirmatory bias is a type of thinking error where one favors information that confirms preexisting beliefs.
- Affirming the consequent is a type of reasoning that involves starting with a claim and then seeking evidence to support that claim.
Logical Principles
- The Law of Non-Contradiction states that something cannot both be and not be at the same time.
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