Quiz2 Flashcards
If, then statements
Use premises that are believed to be true to determine if a valid conclusion follows
Combinatorial/syllogistic reasoning
Systematic steps when making combinations so that all possible combinations are possible
Break down of tree diagrams
Spatial displays used to solve if, then statements
Anatomy of an argument
One or more statements that are used to provide support for a conclusion.
Premises
Reasons that support the conclusion
Conclusion
Purpose of the argument
Argument
Series of statements that are made to get a redirect to believe the conclusion is true
Assumptions
Statements with no proof or evidence offered
Credibility
Worthiness of providing accurate information
Sound arguments
Criteria 1: premise is acceptable and consistent
Criteria 2: premises are relevant to the conclusion and provide sufficient support for the conclusion
Criteria 3: missing components have been considered and judged to be consistent with the conclusion
Reasoning/Rationalizing
Evaluating your own knowledge about a subject
Attend to information that favors a preferred conclusion
Persuasion/ propaganda
Mass suggestions through manipulation a of symbols and psychology of the individual
Independent variable
Dependent variable
Independent: variable that is manipulated and influences the outcome
Dependent: outcome of interest
Population/sample
Population: group wanted to know in research
Sample: subset of population
Variability
Used to denote the fact that people are not all the same
