Phil 347 Exam Questions with 100% Correct Answers

Reason Correct Answer those sentences in an argument that are used to show that the conclusion is true or probably true Claim Correct Answer refers to the statement that the maker of the argument is seeking to show is true or probably true, (the conclusion) Argument Correct Answer is two or more statements, at least one of which serves as evidence to support the truth or probable truth of the other Two confusions to avoid Correct Answer 1. An argument is not a quarrel or a disagreement 2. The conclusion is not always at the end "Because", and words that mean the same thing as "because" Correct Answer Signal reason/premises "Therefore", and words that mean the same thing as "therefore" Correct Answer Signal conclusion Distinguishing reasons from conclusions Correct Answer 1. What is the conclusion that the speaker is trying to establish as true? 2. What is the decision that the speaker is trying to explain or justify?