Claim/Evidence/Reasoning

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What is a claim?

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An idea that you want to convince others to believe.

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What is evidence?

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Facts or information that support a claim.

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What is strong evidence?

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Facts that are reliable and can be verified.

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What is the purpose of reasoning?

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To explain how the evidence supports the claim.

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What is an example of a claim?

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Eating less sugar is important for health.

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What is an example of evidence?

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Doctors recommend reducing sugar intake to prevent health issues.

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What is the difference between a claim and evidence?

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A claim is an assertion, while evidence is the support for that assertion.

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What type of evidence is considered weak?

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Opinions or personal beliefs without factual support.

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What is a counterclaim?

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An argument that opposes the main claim.

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How can statistics be used as evidence?

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Statistics provide numerical data that can support or refute a claim.