Practice #4: Relevant & Irrelevant Evidence

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What is relevant evidence?

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Relevant evidence is information that directly supports or relates to the argument or proposal being made.

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What is irrelevant evidence?

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Irrelevant evidence is information that does not support or relate to the argument or proposal being made.

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Why is it important to use relevant evidence in a proposal?

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Using relevant evidence strengthens the argument, making it more convincing and credible.

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Give an example of relevant evidence for a proposal to serve pizza in a cafeteria.

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An example of relevant evidence is: 'Pizza is a popular choice among students, as shown by a survey where 80% of students preferred pizza over other options.'

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Give an example of irrelevant evidence for a proposal to serve pizza in a cafeteria.

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An example of irrelevant evidence is: 'Pizza is served in many restaurants around town.'

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What role does evidence play in persuasive writing?

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Evidence supports claims and arguments, helping to persuade the audience of the validity of the proposal.

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What types of evidence can be considered relevant?

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Types of relevant evidence include statistics, expert opinions, surveys, and examples that directly relate to the proposal.

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What types of evidence can be considered irrelevant?

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Types of irrelevant evidence include personal anecdotes, unrelated facts, and general statements that do not support the proposal.

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How can you determine if evidence is relevant?

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To determine if evidence is relevant, ask if it directly supports the main argument or addresses the specific issue at hand.

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What is the impact of using irrelevant evidence in a proposal?

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Using irrelevant evidence can weaken the argument, confuse the audience, and reduce the overall effectiveness of the proposal.