CH 16 quiz

What are the components of an argument?

• Claim, evidence, and reasoning

• Claim, opinion, and emotion

• Evidence, emotion, and persuasion

• Opinion, reasoning, and debate

What is the main difference between deductive and inductive reasoning?

• Deductive is specific to general; inductive is general to specific

• Deductive is general to specific; inductive is specific to general

• Deductive is based on emotions; inductive is based on logic

• Deductive is random; inductive is structured

Which reasoning type involves applying a general rule to a specific case?

• Inductive reasoning

• Deductive reasoning

• Emotional reasoning

• Random reasoning

What term is used for an argument that leaves a part unsaid?

• Syllogism

• Enthymeme

• Deduction

• Induction

Which of the following is NOT a type of claim mentioned?

• Claim of fact

• Claim of value

• Claim of policy

• Claim of evidence

In an argument, what role does a claim play?

• It provides a summary

• It offers a counterargument

• It makes an assertion

• It gives a conclusion

Which statement best describes a claim of value?

• It provides a factual report

• It makes a judgment about something

• It predicts future events

• It explains a scientific theory

What does a claim of policy assert?

• Something should or should not change, happen, or be done in the future.

• Something is true or false.

• Something is good or bad.

• Something is a personal opinion.

What is an example of a claim of value given in the text?

• Health-care plans are unnecessary.

• Health-care plans are only for emergencies.

• Having a health-care plan is good for the country.

• Health-care plans increase expenses.

How many types of errors in reasoning are mentioned?

• 5

• 8

• 10

• 12