CER Practice

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What is a claim in the context of CER?

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A claim is a statement or assertion that can be supported by evidence.

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What types of evidence can scientists use to support their claims?

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Scientists can use observations, measurements and statistics, and results from previous peer-reviewed studies.

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Which of the following is NOT a credible source for evidence: nih.gov, cdc.gov, facebook.com, or rutgers.edu?

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facebook.com is NOT considered a credible source.

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True or False: The CER framework can help evaluate arguments in real-world situations.

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True.

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What does reasoning refer to in the context of CER?

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Reasoning explains how the evidence supports the claim.

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Define 'evidence' in the context of the CER framework.

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Evidence refers to the data or information that supports a claim.

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What is the purpose of the CER framework?

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The purpose of the CER framework is to provide a structured approach to argumentation and scientific reasoning.

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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 data that supports that assertion.

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Give an example of a claim related to health.

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"Regular exercise improves mental health."

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What is a peer-reviewed study?

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A peer-reviewed study is research that has been evaluated and critiqued by experts in the field before publication.