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In the context of argumentation and critical thinking, what is a "claim"?

• A statement of personal opinion that cannot be disputed.

• A piece of evidence used to support a conclusion.

• A statement that asserts a point of view or position, typically requiring support or evidence.

• A factual statement that is universally accepted as true.

What is the primary function of evidence or supporting details in an argument or explanation?

• To express personal feelings and subjective opinions.

• To confuse the audience and introduce irrelevant information.

• To provide factual information, examples, or data that validate a claim or statement.

• To distract the reader from the main point of the argument.

Which of the following statements best describes a value judgment?

• A statement that can be proven true or false through empirical evidence.

• A statement based on personal beliefs, opinions, or moral principles.

• A statement derived from mathematical equations or scientific laws.

• A statement that reports objective, measurable data.

"It is wrong to tell a lie." This statement is an example of:

• A factual statement.

• A scientific hypothesis.

• A value judgment.

• A statistical probability.

Which of the following questions requires a value judgment to answer?

• How many centimeters are in a meter?

• What is the chemical composition of water?

• Should schools prioritize arts education or STEM education?

• What is the boiling point of water at sea level?

Which of the following statements is primarily a value judgment?

• The temperature today is 25 degrees Celsius.

• Statistics show a 10 % increase in local traffic accidents.

• This new law is unfair to small businesses.

• The building has 12 floors.

When evaluating evidence, "reliability" refers to:

• The emotional impact of the evidence.

• The consistency and repeatability of the evidence.

• The popularity of the source of the evidence.

• The personal opinions of the evaluator.

A news article states, "Experts believe that climate change is a serious threat." To strengthen this statement, the article should primarily provide:

• opinions from social media influencers

• personal anecdotes from individuals

• data from peer-reviewed scientific studies

• emotional appeals to the audience

Which of the following best best exemplifies a "fact"?

• The movie was the best I've ever seen.

• Chocolate ice cream is more delicious than vanilla.

• The earth revolves around the sun.

• Everyone should strive to be wealthy

When considering the reliability of a source of information, which factor is most important?

• The number of followers the source has on social media.

• The source's reputation for accuracy and objectivity.

• The source's emotional appeal.

• The source's political affiliation.