Under what three circumstances should we suspect that an expert may be biased? -The expert is strongly biased, emotional, or dismissive.
Q. In what two major ways can an Enumerative inductive argument fail to be strong?
So you can see that an enumerative inductive argument can fail to be strong in two major ways: Its sample can be (1) too small or (2) not representative. Of course, it’s possible for an enumerative induction to be perfectly strong—but have false premises, in which case the argument isn’t cogent.
Q. When we regard a nonexpert as an expert we?
When we regard a nonexpert as an expert, we The error of thinking that previous events can affect the probabilities in the random event at hand. A statement about the causes of things.
Q. What are the three parts or components that every argument must have?
An argument can be broken down into three major components: premises, inferences, and a conclusion.
Q. When experts disagree about a claim we have good reason to?
We must couple this principle with another one: When the experts disagree about a claim, we have good reason to doubt it. When we rely on bogus expert opinion, we commit the fallacy known as the appeal to authority.
Q. What is the most reasonable attitude toward a claim that conflicts with other claims you have good reason to believe?
What is the most reasonable attitude toward a claim that conflicts with other claims you have good reason to believe? You have good grounds for doubting it. You just studied 42 terms!
Q. What constitutes a good reason to accept a claim?
A claim is supported by a reason, that is to say proof or evidence to believe that the claim is true. Without a reason to believe the claim is true, you don’t technically have a claim (in the argumentative sense), only an article of faith.
Q. What is confirmation bias in critical thinking?
Confirmation bias is a cognitive bias where people have a tendency to search out, interpret, or even recall information in a way that reinforces preexisting beliefs. They are always perceived through this filter that favors our currently held beliefs.
Q. What is the opposite of confirmation bias?
Confirmation bias is the tendency to believe evidence that confirms your pre-existing opinion or belief. The opposite then could be said to be the rejection of evidence precisely because it challenges your beliefs.
Q. What is an example of unconscious bias?
A common example would be a tech-heavy project – the unconscious bias may cause a manager to assume that a younger person would be more apt to handle this job as opposed to an older one.
