Logical Reasoning

PT13 · S4 · Q1 James: In my own house

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James: In my own house, I do what I want.

Your task

Describe how the argument proceeds — the technique it uses to reach its conclusion.

Common trap

Answers that describe a method the argument doesn't actually use.

Winning move

Track the role each statement plays, then match that to the choice describing the same moves.

1.

The basic step in Eileen’s method of attacking James’ argument is to

  1. Correct

    draw a distinction

    Why this is right

    Answer A is correct.

    Skill tested: Method · how this choice captures the argument's function is the move to repeat next time.

    97% picked this

  2. offer a definition

    Trap

    1% picked this

  3. establish an analogy

    Trap

    1% picked this

  4. derive a contradiction from it

    Trap

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  5. question its motivation

    Trap

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