Critical thinking I&II

Question 1

Elements of reasoning

Answer 1

A critical thinker articulates a PURPOSE and distinguishes ASSUMPTIONS and POINTS OF VIEW from CONCEPTS and INFORMATION. Makes sound INFERENCES, acting on the QUESTION AT ISSUE. Considering IMPLICATIONS and CONSEQUENCES before formulating an opinion for a conclusion

Question 2

Define the difference between statement vs. argument

Answer 2

Statement - “assertion”
Argument - Proposes a reason or “premise”