Critical Thinking Key Terms Match the critical thinking term with the correct definition 3.5 / 5 based on 5 ratings ? Critical ThinkingASAll boards Created by: R_HallCreated on: 03-01-12 18:07 Generalistaion An idea or theory based on a few instances, so is not substanciated 1 of 8 Reductio ad absurdum A form of argument in which a theory is disproven by taking the consequences to the extreme 2 of 8 False dichotomies When two alternatives are presented as if they are the only 2, which they are not 3 of 8 Straw man Giving a weak interpretation of an opponents arguemnt so that it is easier to argue against successfully 4 of 8 Slippery slope The assumption that a small change will lead to extremes 5 of 8 Embedded argument One which is not stated but hinted at in the text 6 of 8 Claim A statement or assertion that is supposedly true 7 of 8 Ad hominem Attacking the person, not the argument 8 of 8
Critical Thinking - unit 1: Introduction to Critical Thinking - Revision notes on terms and concepts 3.5 / 5 based on 3 ratings
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