Analysis Of Argument Flashcards
Analogy definition
A comparison used as part of the reasoning in an argument, like the question is similar to a less controversial one.
General principles definition
Rule like statements or guidelines that behaviour is not limited to a specific situation they sometimes act as reasons to support arguments.
counter definition
Minster opposing argument usually by providing reasoning against it
challenge definition
Means the same as the counter argument, you can change the main conclusion in the document.
Assess definition
Evaluate, invites you to consider an example of reasoning and identify strengths and/or weaknesses supported by an explanation.
Strength and weakness definition
Questions may specifically directed identify and explain only strengths in reasoning suggest as relevance. They may also ask you to identify number of weaknesses naming floors explaining why they are not good examples of reasoning.
Opinion, belief and knowledge definition
Enable to distinctly identify different types of evidence. An opinion can be subjective and is therefore not such a reliable evidence is knowledge with his universally accepted as objective
Reasoning definition
Coherent and logical pattern of thought leading from one step to another, usually employing reasons, evidence, intermediate conclusions and other components to reach a conclusion.
Intermediate conclusion definition
Conclusion drawn on the way to the main conclusion supported by reasons but acting itself as a reason for the main conclusion or other intermediate conclusion
Coherent definition
Meaningful and well reasoned argument where steps flow logically from one point to another and all are relevant.
Consistent definition
One without internal contradictions. All evidence and reasoning collaborates and supports.
Contradiction definition.
Occurs when two or more claims undermine each other, showing that at least one cannot be completely true
Converse definition
Where key sections have been reversed
Refute definition
Prove a claim wrong.
Repudiate definition
Emphatically to reject an argument or idea. Employing good reasoning or by offering poor reasoning or no reasoning at all
