Introduction to arguments WK1 Flashcards
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Argument
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a set of statements, some of which are intended to provide reasons for believing one of the others
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Conclusion
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is the statement that is being argued for, the thing that the arguer is trying to convince their audience of
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Premises
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are the reasons given for believing the conclusion
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Conclusion indicators
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therefore, so, we can conclude that, thus, hence, consequently
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Premise indicators
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since, because, for, given that