For chapter 3 in our Critical Thinking textbook there is a discussion on strong and valid arguments. The book states that a strong argument is “with true premises is sometimes better than a valid one with the same conclusion.” A person can make an argument thinking it is strong, but just by them thinking it is a strong argument does not make it a strong argument. A strong argument needs to have a good reason it’s true, must be strong, and it must be “more plausible than its conclusion. Your word choice in your argument is also important. You need to use words that will give in to your argument. Using words like maybe or possibly can weaken your valid argument. You need to prove that your argument is valid and strong, have support to back you up, and you need to realize if that’s the best argument for your conclusion.
I really like how you have explain in details what a strong argument should be like and what it need. The book kind of give the definitions on the valid and strong arguments, but did not compare the differences between the two.I think that by you stating how to make a strong argument and what does it needs, you have created a clear explanation of what a strong argument is. It also help to point out what is a strong argument and what is valid argument as well. Thank you for such a clear explanation.
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ReplyDeleteYour post provides very clear concept of the text in details. However, I would love to see more example. The concept would be clearer if you give examples on valid argument and strong argument.It is good that you demonstrate how to have a good arguments. As you said word choice is very important in argumentation. I agree with that because "I think" or "maybe" could make your argument appears less convincing while giving out evidence and strong facts could make major differences in the arguments. After all, I think you got all the important points there. However, if you give more examples, then your post would be more helpful.
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