Critical Thinking - Arguments, Assumptions, Reasoning, Evidence

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Identify the conclusion in the following argument: "Since the weather forecast predicts rain, and the sky is already cloudy, it is likely that the picnic will be cancelled."

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It is likely that the picnic will be cancelled.

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Evaluate the evidence: "Studies show that students who study in groups perform better in exams. Therefore, group study is the best method for exam preparation."

Back

The evidence is weak because it does not consider individual differences.

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Recognise the assumption in the statement: "If the government increases taxes, people will have less disposable income." Options: People will not change their spending habits, The government will use the tax revenue effectively, People will save more money, The economy will improve.

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People will not change their spending habits.

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Identify a suitable counterargument: "Some argue that online learning is less effective than traditional classroom learning because it lacks face-to-face interaction." Options: Online learning is more flexible and accessible, Online learning is cheaper, Online learning can be as interactive as classroom learning with the right tools, Online learning is less effective due to technical issues.

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Online learning can be as interactive as classroom learning with the right tools.

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Identify the hypothetical reasoning: "If everyone switched to electric cars, pollution levels would decrease significantly." Options: Electric cars are more expensive, Electric cars produce no emissions, The electricity for cars is generated from renewable sources, The infrastructure for electric cars is not yet developed.

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Electric cars produce no emissions.

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Identify the intermediate conclusion: "Eating a balanced diet leads to better health. Better health results in increased productivity. Therefore, eating a balanced diet increases productivity."

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Better health results in increased productivity.

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Identify the conclusion in the following argument: "The new policy will reduce traffic congestion because it encourages carpooling and public transport use."

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The new policy will reduce traffic congestion.

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Evaluate the evidence: "A survey of 1000 people found that 70% prefer online shopping. Therefore, online shopping is more popular than in-store shopping."

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The evidence is weak because it does not represent the entire population.

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Recognise the assumption in the statement: "If you exercise regularly, you will lose weight."

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Exercise is the only factor affecting weight loss.

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Counterargument to: "Some believe that renewable energy is not reliable because it depends on weather conditions."

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Technological advancements can mitigate weather dependency.