D265 Critical Thinking Pre-Test
Which sentence reflects strong critical thinking? - ✔✔ "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)
- ✔✔ 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)
- ✔✔ An Inference
A weak argument
Which two sentences are propositions? - ✔✔ 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? - ✔✔ 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? - ✔✔ 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? - ✔✔ Cogent
All bears are wild. Smokey is a bear. Therefore, Smokey is wild. Which term
describes the argument? - ✔✔ 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? - ✔✔ Begging the question
, One should not speed because speeding is wrong.
What type of logic error is this an example of? - ✔✔ 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? - ✔✔ 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? - ✔✔ 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" -
✔✔ The Fallacy Fallacy
Which statement is accurate regarding bias in information sources? - ✔✔ 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? - ✔✔ 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. - ✔✔ 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? - ✔✔ 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? - ✔✔ 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? - ✔✔ "This can't be true because all sources contain bias"
How could podcasts, newscasts, and talk radio be less biased? - ✔✔ By featuring
experts who offer contrary viewpoints
What are two ways in which the internet has complicated a critical thinking approach
to finding reliable sources?
Which sentence reflects strong critical thinking? - ✔✔ "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)
- ✔✔ 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)
- ✔✔ An Inference
A weak argument
Which two sentences are propositions? - ✔✔ 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? - ✔✔ 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? - ✔✔ 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? - ✔✔ Cogent
All bears are wild. Smokey is a bear. Therefore, Smokey is wild. Which term
describes the argument? - ✔✔ 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? - ✔✔ Begging the question
, One should not speed because speeding is wrong.
What type of logic error is this an example of? - ✔✔ 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? - ✔✔ 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? - ✔✔ 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" -
✔✔ The Fallacy Fallacy
Which statement is accurate regarding bias in information sources? - ✔✔ 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? - ✔✔ 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. - ✔✔ 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? - ✔✔ 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? - ✔✔ 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? - ✔✔ "This can't be true because all sources contain bias"
How could podcasts, newscasts, and talk radio be less biased? - ✔✔ By featuring
experts who offer contrary viewpoints
What are two ways in which the internet has complicated a critical thinking approach
to finding reliable sources?
