McDaniel S1 Final

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What weakens an argument?

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Using irrelevant evidence.

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What connects the evidence to the claim in an argument?

Back

Reasoning.

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Which of the following is NOT an example of evidence? a) a statistic b) a personal anecdote c) a related fact d) an unrelated opinion

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d) an unrelated opinion.

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What is the purpose of a claim in an argument?

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To state the main point or position.

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Identify a claim: "Exercise improves mental health" or "According to research, exercise lowers anxiety levels."

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"According to research, exercise lowers anxiety levels."

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What is evidence in an argument?

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Information or data that supports a claim.

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Define reasoning in the context of an argument.

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The process of connecting evidence to a claim.

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What is a counterclaim?

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An opposing argument to the main claim.

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Why is it important to use relevant evidence?

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It strengthens the argument and makes it more convincing.

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What role do statistics play in an argument?

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They serve as evidence to support claims.