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What is a claim in a text?
What is a claim in a text?
- An argumentative statement (correct)
- A belief or viewpoint
- A true piece of information
- A way of thinking about something
Which type of claim asserts that something has existed, exists, or will exist based on data?
Which type of claim asserts that something has existed, exists, or will exist based on data?
- Opinion claim
- Claim of policy
- Claim of fact (correct)
- Fact claim
What is the main characteristic of a good claim in a text?
What is the main characteristic of a good claim in a text?
- Can be validated through science
- Is solely based on opinions
- Encourages readers to consider the writer's perspective (correct)
- Results from unreasonable weighing of support provided
What distinguishes a claim of policy from a claim of fact?
What distinguishes a claim of policy from a claim of fact?
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Which type of claim requires validation through reliable sources or systematic procedures?
Which type of claim requires validation through reliable sources or systematic procedures?
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What is the key characteristic of a claim of fact?
What is the key characteristic of a claim of fact?
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What is the main focus of a claim of policy?
What is the main focus of a claim of policy?
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Which type of claims are almost subjective and require persuasive arguments to defend?
Which type of claims are almost subjective and require persuasive arguments to defend?
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How can one defend a claim of policy effectively?
How can one defend a claim of policy effectively?
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What is a key characteristic of claims of value?
What is a key characteristic of claims of value?
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Which guideline is essential for defending a claim of policy?
Which guideline is essential for defending a claim of policy?
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What should one focus on when preparing persuasive explanations for a claim of value?
What should one focus on when preparing persuasive explanations for a claim of value?
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