When we argue, we make claims about the world (these claims are called the conclusion of the argument) and provide reaso
Posted: Tue Jul 05, 2022 8:48 am
When we argue, we make claims about the world (theseclaims are called the conclusion of the argument) and providereasons or evidence for those claims (these reasons are called thepremises of the argument). Whenever one confronts an argument, thebasic question is: are the reasons good? If they are good reasons,it is rational to believe the claim is true. If the reasons arebad, it is rational to withhold belief about the truth of theclaim.
Homeworkproblem: In 2 pages, describe how you determine whether the reasonsfor a claim are good or bad. Be specific. Provide an example of anargument and use your technique to assess how good the reasonsare.
If you don’t have an argument, here is a simple one touse:
Premise1: Jack went to the liquor store intending to buy a bottleof wine.
Premise2:Upon entering the store, Jack realized he had left his wallet athome.
Conclusion: The guests at Jack’s dinner party tonight will beawfully upset.
Subject- Intro to Logic
Please help ASAP
Homeworkproblem: In 2 pages, describe how you determine whether the reasonsfor a claim are good or bad. Be specific. Provide an example of anargument and use your technique to assess how good the reasonsare.
If you don’t have an argument, here is a simple one touse:
Premise1: Jack went to the liquor store intending to buy a bottleof wine.
Premise2:Upon entering the store, Jack realized he had left his wallet athome.
Conclusion: The guests at Jack’s dinner party tonight will beawfully upset.
Subject- Intro to Logic
Please help ASAP