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sheilaspns

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on: Jun 19, 2018
Critical thinkers are careful to assess both the evidence discovered through research and their
  own thoughts and opinions in order to detect faulty thinking caused by biased
  preconceptions. Although they respect others' rights to opinions, critical thinkers understand
  that not all opinions are accurate or acceptable if they are not founded on strong support.
  Critical thinkers look for sufficient, accurate, and relevant support upon which to base their
  informed opinions (Taylor and Copeland 7).
 
  a. plagiarized
  b. too general
  c. inaccurate
  d. acceptable

Question 2

Which of the following topic sentences present the most clearly stated controlling ideas?
 
  a. You need to know some things before taking an online course.
  b. Succeeding in an online course requires self-discipline, the ability to follow directions, and a
  commitment to meeting deadlines.
  c. Winning the state basketball championship was a great experience.
  d. Winning the state basketball championship brought pride and spirit back to my high school.
  e. When I almost flunked out my first year of college, my best friend gave me help and
  encouragement.
  f. When I almost flunked out my first semester of college, my best friend was there for me.


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heinisk01

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Reply #1 on: Jun 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

d. acceptable

Answer to Question 2

b, d, and e
b. Succeeding in an online course requires self-discipline, the ability to follow directions, and a
commitment to meeting deadlines.
d. Winning the state basketball championship brought pride and spirit back to my high school.
e. When I almost flunked out my first year of college, my best friend gave me help and
encouragement.


sheilaspns

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Reply 2 on: Jun 19, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

CAPTAINAMERICA

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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