Claim or Statement?

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What is a statement?

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A statement is a sentence that conveys information and can be classified as true or false.

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What is a claim?

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A claim is an assertion or opinion that can be supported with reasons or evidence.

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Which of the following is a statement: 'The sky is blue' or 'Chocolate ice cream is the best'?

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'The sky is blue' is a statement because it can be verified as true.

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What is the purpose of reasons in an argument?

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Reasons are used to support your claim by explaining why it is valid.

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Can a claim be a fact?

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No, a claim is an opinion, while a fact is a statement that can be proven true.

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What is an example of a claim?

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'Video games are the best form of entertainment.'

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What is an example of a statement?

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'Water freezes at 0 degrees Celsius.'

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What does it mean to support a claim?

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To support a claim means to provide evidence or reasons that justify the opinion.

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What is the difference between a claim and a statement?

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A claim is an opinion that requires support, while a statement is a fact that can be verified.

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What is an opinion?

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An opinion is a personal belief or judgment that is not based on proof.