A statement is...
an assertion or proposition that is either true or false
defined as a series of problems that represent controversy or uncertainty
the definition for Issue
an inference is...
an assertion or proposition that is either true or false
Once you're able to fully recognizing the
meanings of particular statements and how those statements combine and interact with one another you can.....
critically analyze issues and their intended meaning
what are the 4 types of premises?
Descriptive, Prescriptive, Analogical, Definitional
Care must be taken when discussing issues because...
Issues convey controversy
what is a proposition? Give an example (about the sky).
Propositions are known as assertions or statements; The sky is blue
What are some of the right questions to ask when trying to understand an issue...
Who?, Whose?, What?, Where?, How?, When?, Which?, Why?
an argument is...
a set of statements, some of which function as premises and one of which functions as a
conclusion. Every argument contains an inference from a premise or premises to a conclusion
Framing questions correctly will lead you to...
understanding