Tests of Reason
When a truth is logically stated and defended
Test of Reason
The study of orderly thinking
Logic
A deductive argument in which the first premise presents all possible scenarios while the 2nd rules out all unreasonable scenarios and the conclusion is reached by process of elimination
Argument by Elimination
An inductive argument that uses a comparison between similar subjects in order to reach a conclusion
Argument from Anology
When a truth can be supported by some external evidence
Test of Outer World
A set of premises supporting a conclusion
Argument
A deductive argument in which a premise establishes a specific definition, while another establishes a subject's association with that definition
Argument by Definition
A clear and convincing inductive argument in which the premises lead to a highly probable conclusion
Cogent Argument
When a truth adequately addresses everyday experiences in the world
Test of the Inner World
A basic statement in an argument, used as supporting a conclusion
Premise
Deductive argument that confers a conclusion from exactly two premises
Categorical Syllogism
A properly formed argument
Valid Argument
When a truth can be verified from it's consequences when applied in a given context
Test of Real World
The process of analyzing and evaluating arguments for validity and soundness
Critical Thinking
A valid argument with true premises
Sound Argument
What logically follows the Major Premise and the Minor Premise.
Conclusion