en Flashcards
a statement that is made emphatically, as part of an argument, or as if it is to be understood as a statement of fact. It is not necessarily factually correct, but the person making the assertion forcefully states their belief as if it were true.
assertions
something that is true and can be proven.can be proven by direct experience. An assertion is a statement that is assumed to be true, but cannot be proven.
fact
“The room measures 10 feet by 12 feet”
“Smoking cigarettes can cause a variety of health ailments”
fact
I know or It is a fact that” or “I venture to say” are….?
assertions
is a way of doing something that is similar to norms and traditions. Its truthfulness can only be verified by referencing laws, rules, customs, usage, and historical precedents
convention
It is customary to shake hands when greeting someone in many cultures.
People usually wear formal attire to weddings and other special occasions.
In most countries, people drive on the right side of the road.
conventions
is a VIEW, a JUDGMENT or an APPRAISAL about a particular matter. Assertion: Something declared or stated positively, often with no support or attempt at proof.
opinion
Both are statements or beliefs held by individuals or groups.
Both can be influenced by personal experiences, culture, and upbringing.
preference
a statement of personal choice and is therefore subjective. Preferences are based on personal choice and cannot be objectively proven or logically attacked.
preference
a straightforward statement that expresses a belief, feeling, opinion, or preference.
with one of the following phrases, and others like them: “I want…”, “I like…”, or “I would rather”. For example, “I would rather wear blue jeans than khakis” is a ?
preference
“I want a blue handbag”
“I like curried chicken”
“I would rather watch movies at home on dvd than in the theatre”
preference
