INFERENCE & LOGIC CONTROL (POINT MAKER) Flashcards

(8 cards)

1
Q

A valid inference must be…

A

WEAK, NARROW, AND DEFENSIBLE

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2
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Inference drawn from one sentence only

A

USUALLY INVALID – look for overlap

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3
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‘Most reasonably inferred’ means…

A

COULD NOT BE FALSE

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4
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Could this be false under the passage?

A

If yes → NOT a valid inference

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5
Q

Answer introduces a new cause or motivation

A

NOT SUPPORTED – wrong

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6
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Answer removes a condition or limitation

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OVERGENERALIZATION – wrong

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7
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Strong language in an inference answer

A

Usually WRONG

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8
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Inference feels exciting or bold

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Probably OVERSTATED

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