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Which sentence reflects strong critical thinking? correct answers "In any event, our purpose is to better understand the relevant issues so that we may make an informed decision on the topic"
Since inflation is rising rapidly, and because we are approaching the point at which reversal is not pos...
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Which sentence reflects strong critical thinking? correct answers "In any event, our purpose is to
better understand the relevant issues so that we may make an informed decision on the topic"
Since inflation is rising rapidly, and because we are approaching the point at which reversal is
not possible, it follows that we need to institute a new economic policy, and we need to act
quickly.
Which two statements contain premises of the given argument? (Choose 2 answers) correct
answers Inflation is rising rapidly
We are approaching the point at which reversal is not possible
"Products manufactured in our country are the best because we make the best automobiles"
declared Kennedy
Which two descriptors best characterize Kennedy's comments? (Choose 2 answers) correct
answers An Inference
A weak argument
Which two sentences are propositions? correct answers Lending helps stimulate capital
investment.
A strong economy is vital to national security.
I have grown bored since last week.
Which descriptor accurately characterizes this sentence? correct answers Proposition
Usually when home team fans come out smiling and celebrating at the conclusion of a match,
that means the home team won. At the conclusion of the match, many home team fans came out
smiling and celebrating. I, therefore, concluded that the home team won. Which term describes
this argument? correct answers Inductive
I have seen the sun rise every day for many years. I, therefore, conclude that the sun will rise
again tomorrow.
Which term describes the argument? correct answers Cogent
All bears are wild. Smokey is a bear. Therefore, Smokey is wild. Which term describes the
argument? correct answers Deductive
, People should pay their taxes since paying taxes is the right thing to do.
Which type of logic error is this an example of? correct answers Begging the question
One should not speed because speeding is wrong.
What type of logic error is this an example of? correct answers Begging the question
My opponent argues that kangaroos can hop because hopping is something that kangaroos are
able to do. Since my opponent has committed the fallacy of begging the question, one must infer
that their conclusion is false, and that kangaroos cannot hop. Which type of logic error is this an
example of? correct answers The. Fallacy Fallacy
If Bo is kind, then Bo is wealthy. Bo is wealthy. Therefore, Bo is kind. This is an example of
which type of logic error? correct answers Affirming the Consequent
Which type of logic error is the following argument an example of?
"My opponents argue that all giraffes have long necks because anyone who disagrees is a fool.
Since my opponents are guilty of the ad hominem fallacy, we must infer that their conclusion is
false, and that giraffes do not have long necks" correct answers The Fallacy Fallacy
Which statement is accurate regarding bias in information sources? correct answers All sources
have bias, but some are more credible than others.
A news outlet issues a correction and an apology for incorrect it published.
In the absence of further information, what does this news outlet's action suggest about its
credibility? correct answers The source appears credible because it is concerned with accuracy
Which two characterizations are most accurate regarding the credibility of information sources?
Choose 2 answers. correct answers Sources may lack credibility for a variety of reasons.
The credibility of sources spans a spectrum.
Why is identifying the author essential in determining a source's credibility? correct answers It
helps to determine if the author has relevant expertise
What is a logical step for critical thinkers to take if they are uncertain about the reliability of a
source? correct answers Verify the reliability of a source by cross-referencing with additional
source materials
Which statement represents a logical reaction to a source claiming to be free from bias? correct
answers "This can't be true because all sources contain bias"
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