Author Question: A philosophical argument is _____. A. a rational attempt to prove a point by offering reasons or ... (Read 53 times)

EY67 · **on:** Jul 14, 2018

A philosophical argument is _____.

A. a rational attempt to prove a point by offering reasons or evidence
B. an emotional attempt to sway the feelings of your audience so that they agree with you
C. a shouting match between two philosophers
D. an exploration of a philosophical problem using analytical thought and showing that no solution is possible

Question 2

Critical thinking aims to _____.

A. find fault with the theories of other thinkers
B. make authoritative pronouncements
C. judge whether a claim is convincing
D. persuade people by manipulating their emotions