Exam 3: Listening Ancritical Thinking

Claims of fact may state that a theory correctly explains a phenomenon..

An inference is the process of drawing a conclusion based on facts.

As they drove over a hill, Anna’s niece saw smoke billowing from behind that hill. When they arrived at the top of the hill, a fire was visible below. Anna’ niece claimed that the smoke cause the fire. This is an example of a faulty cause fallacy.

Comprehensive listening involves evaluating whether a speaker’s message is reasonable and logical.

Paying attention to mismatches between verbal and nonverbal messages is one way to interpret a person’s meaning.

While listening to a presentation, Amy asks several questions, such as “Was the reasoning logical?” and “Was the purpose appropriate for this audience?” Amy is using which type of listening?