Question 1.1.(TCOs 1 & 3) An argument is sound when
- it is true beyond a reasonable doubt.
- there is enough support for the argument
- the premise of an argument is doubtful.
- the premise of a valid argument is in fact true.
Question 2.2.(TCOs 1 & 2) The word Since is a
- conclusion indicator.
- premise indicator.
- probability indicator.
- deduction indicator.
Question 3.3.(TCOs 1 & 2) The premises of good inductive arguments
- are true beyond any possible doubt.
- are true beyond a reasonable doubt.
- support their conclusions.
- neither answers nor support their conclusions.
Question 4.4.(TCOs 1 & 3) How would you rewrite the following claim to remedy problems of ambiguity?
- Do not assume that common sense by itself solves the problem. Volunteer help requested: Come prepared to lift heavy equipment with construction helmet and work overalls.
- Volunteer help requested: Use heavy equipment to lift construction helmets and work overalls.
- Volunteer help requested: Lift heavy equipment with your construction helmet and work overalls.
- Volunteer help requested: Use a construction helmet and work overalls to lift heavy equipment.
- Volunteer help requested: Wear construction helmet and work overalls, and be prepared to lift heavy equipment
Question 5.5.(TCOs 1 & 3) A precising definition
- takes on a special meaning in a given context.
- reduces vagueness or generality.
- can be used to persuade.
- tell us what the word ordinarily means.