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Question 1.1.(TCOs 1 & 3) An argument is sound when

• it is true beyond a reasonable doubt.
• there is enough support for the argument
• the premise of an argument is doubtful.
• the premise of a valid argument is in fact true.

Question 2.2.(TCOs 1 & 2) The word Since is a

• conclusion indicator.
• premise indicator.
• probability indicator.
• deduction indicator.

Question 3.3.(TCOs 1 & 2) The premises of good inductive arguments

• are true beyond any possible doubt.
• are true beyond a reasonable doubt.
• support their conclusions.
• neither answers nor support their conclusions.

Question 4.4.(TCOs 1 & 3) How would you rewrite the following claim to remedy problems of ambiguity?

• Do not assume that common sense by itself solves the problem. Volunteer help requested: Come prepared to lift heavy equipment with construction helmet and work overalls.

• Volunteer help requested: Use heavy equipment to lift construction helmets and work overalls.
• Volunteer help requested: Lift heavy equipment with your construction helmet and work overalls.
• Volunteer help requested: Use a construction helmet and work overalls to lift heavy equipment.
• Volunteer help requested: Wear construction helmet and work overalls, and be prepared to lift heavy equipment

Question 5.5.(TCOs 1 & 3) A precising definition

• takes on a special meaning in a given context.
• reduces vagueness or generality.
• can be used to persuade.
• tell us what the word ordinarily means.