Argument identification Flashcards
1
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Indicator words
A
words that suggest the presence of an argument and identify its parts.
2
Q
Premise indicators
A
Signals that what follows serves as premises.
3
Q
Conclusion indicators
A
Signals that what follows is the conclusion.
4
Q
Non-indicative functions
A
Indicator words can serve non-indicative functions in non-argumentative contexts. (thus focus on both the indicator words as well as the context when identifying arguments).