Question 1

A proposition is a claim

Accepted Answer

A) upon which an argument is based,or a conclusion is drawn 
B) in which the reasoning is potentially deceptive 
C) which serves an interpretation of the evidence 
D) from which evidence is derived 
A) upon which an argument is based,or a conclusion is drawn 
B) in which the reasoning is potentially deceptive 
C) which serves an interpretation of the evidence 
D) from which evidence is derived

Question 2

The nature of critical thinking

Accepted Answer

A) depends upon self-image,self-esteem,self-concept and self-disclosure 
B) is related to our ego and superego 
C) is self-directed,self-disciplined,self-monitored and self-corrective 
D) involves being critical of others 
A) depends upon self-image,self-esteem,self-concept and self-disclosure 
B) is related to our ego and superego 
C) is self-directed,self-disciplined,self-monitored and self-corrective 
D) involves being critical of others

Question 3

The purpose of an effective persuasive message is to

Accepted Answer

A) discuss an issue with reference to verifiable evidence 
B) create a balance of appropriate emotional and logical appeals 
C) convince others that your argument is correct on moral grounds 
D) convince others that their argument is illogical 
A) discuss an issue with reference to verifiable evidence 
B) create a balance of appropriate emotional and logical appeals 
C) convince others that your argument is correct on moral grounds 
D) convince others that their argument is illogical

Question 4

Descriptive assumptions are

Accepted Answer

A) unstated values about the way the world is 
B) explicit beliefs about the way the world is 
C) assumptions that give a general rather than a specific character to a subject 
D) found in the results section of a research report 
A) unstated values about the way the world is 
B) explicit beliefs about the way the world is 
C) assumptions that give a general rather than a specific character to a subject 
D) found in the results section of a research report

Question 5

Contrast the features of quality evidence and poor evidence.Describe four problems with research findings.Discuss at least six clues you would look for when evaluating research results.

Accepted Answer

Quality evidence is characterized by bei

Question 6

The relationship the writer establishes between the premises and the conclusion determines the difference between fallacy and syllogism.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Distinguish 'deductive reasoning','inductive reasoning' and 'opinion'.What do the terms 'syllogism' and 'generalisation' mean? Give examples of each.

Accepted Answer

Deductive reasoning is a logical process

Question 8

A solid argument is based on convincing evidence and sound inferences.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

One key purpose of critical thinking is to

Accepted Answer

A) challenge everything you read 
B) be critical of everything you read 
C) question and evaluate everything you read 
D) check all the facts presented in everything you read 
A) challenge everything you read 
B) be critical of everything you read 
C) question and evaluate everything you read 
D) check all the facts presented in everything you read

Question 10

What is the purpose of critical thinking in academic work? Identify three critical thinking activities you have undertaken in the past week,and discuss why they are examples of critical thinking.How do critical questions help you in your academic studies?

Accepted Answer

The purpose of critical thinking in acad

Question 11

There is a tendency to over-generalise,particularly if data contradicts the researcher's premise,in

Accepted Answer

A) deductive logic 
B) syllogisms 
C) inductive logic 
D) the premises 
A) deductive logic 
B) syllogisms 
C) inductive logic 
D) the premises

Question 12

An opinion,formed through the process of critical thinking,

Accepted Answer

A) is a claim made after a person has considered the facts they have chosen to take into account 
B) expresses a point of view based on logic and the testing of propositions 
C) is unreliable because it is just that,an opinion 
D) is usually sound and objective 
A) is a claim made after a person has considered the facts they have chosen to take into account 
B) expresses a point of view based on logic and the testing of propositions 
C) is unreliable because it is just that,an opinion 
D) is usually sound and objective

Question 13

A convincing argument is a claim or assertion which shows the relationship between inference and conclusion.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Discuss the reasons for achieving a balance between emotional appeals and logical appeals in a persuasive message.Identify four factors that help you achieve this balance.

Accepted Answer

Achieving a balance between emotional ap

Question 15

It is important to question any research findings critically before embracing them.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Reflect upon an occasion when you succeeded in persuading someone to change their perspective on something.Discuss the persuasive strategies you used in,i.e.emotional,logical,or character-based.

Accepted Answer

One occasion that stands out to me is wh

Question 17

Conclusions are ideas that support premises and arguments.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

A common form of deductive argument is a syllogism which is made up of examples or evidence.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

A claim that has no statements to support it cannot be taken as a conclusion because

Accepted Answer

A) no evidence has been offered 
B) external experts have not been cited 
C) a conclusion representative sample has not been sourced 
D) it is unethical to omit supporting statements 
A) no evidence has been offered 
B) external experts have not been cited 
C) a conclusion representative sample has not been sourced 
D) it is unethical to omit supporting statements

Question 20

According to information in this Chapter,what determines the quality of human life and what we produce,make and build?

Accepted Answer

A) The assets we amass 
B) Excellence in thought 
C) Happiness 
D) Our diligence 
A) The assets we amass 
B) Excellence in thought 
C) Happiness 
D) Our diligence

Exam 16: Critical Thinking,Argument,logic and Persuasion

A proposition is a claim

The nature of critical thinking

The purpose of an effective persuasive message is to

Descriptive assumptions are

Contrast the features of quality evidence and poor evidence.Describe four problems with research findings.Discuss at least six clues you would look for when evaluating research results.

The relationship the writer establishes between the premises and the conclusion determines the difference between fallacy and syllogism.

Distinguish 'deductive reasoning','inductive reasoning' and 'opinion'.What do the terms 'syllogism' and 'generalisation' mean? Give examples of each.

A solid argument is based on convincing evidence and sound inferences.

One key purpose of critical thinking is to

What is the purpose of critical thinking in academic work? Identify three critical thinking activities you have undertaken in the past week,and discuss why they are examples of critical thinking.How do critical questions help you in your academic studies?

There is a tendency to over-generalise,particularly if data contradicts the researcher's premise,in

An opinion,formed through the process of critical thinking,

A convincing argument is a claim or assertion which shows the relationship between inference and conclusion.

Discuss the reasons for achieving a balance between emotional appeals and logical appeals in a persuasive message.Identify four factors that help you achieve this balance.

It is important to question any research findings critically before embracing them.

Reflect upon an occasion when you succeeded in persuading someone to change their perspective on something.Discuss the persuasive strategies you used in,i.e.emotional,logical,or character-based.

Conclusions are ideas that support premises and arguments.

A common form of deductive argument is a syllogism which is made up of examples or evidence.

A claim that has no statements to support it cannot be taken as a conclusion because

According to information in this Chapter,what determines the quality of human life and what we produce,make and build?

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