Always evaluate arguments for logic and fairness in reading and in your own writing. Distinguish between reasonable and fallacious arguments. Many unreasonable tactics are known as logical fallacies. Most fallacies are misguided or dishonest of argumentative strategies. When we draw a conclusion from a list of facts we are using inductive reasoning, which deals with probability other than certainty. A conclusion must be supported by evidence that is sufficient. A conclusion that is not probable is known as hasty generalization. An example of one would be a stereotype. Many hasty generalizations will include words like all, ever, always and never. An analogy points out two things that are alike but otherwise different. Analogies are good for arguing points. A false analogy is assuming that because two things are alike on one way, they must be alike in others. Quoting opposing views is always a good idea because it shows fairness and accuracy.
The information in this chapter was helpful in a way of just bringing back old material. These are things I've learned and already known but took it to a deeper level which was also better for me to understand. I've been familiar with the subjects but not exactly how to use them in the correct ways. So I will apply from this chapter if its needed, in more of my writings. The information seems it would be most effective in an argumentative type of writing.
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