Critical reading of arguments requires involvlement, interaction with questions and evaluation. Questions asked are: what viewpoint is source of argument? What is the issue of controversy? Is it an argument or report? The analysis of arguments applies to both inductive and deductive arguments. The conclusion of an argument is the last step is the last step in the reasoning process. Reasons support conclusions. An issue is a topic of controversy which positions may be taken. Ask questions that can serve as a guideline for analyzing an argument's strengths and weaknesses.
1) Are reasons adequate to support the conclusion?
2) Any hidden assumptions?
3) any words slanted to incite prejudice?
4) any fallacies of reasoning?
5) any important info missing?
6) any false or contradictory info?
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