THE ARGUMENT THAT LEADS TO A CONCLUSION

 


ARGUMENT IS

An argument is a set of statements some of which, the premises, are offered in support of another statements, the conclusion. Arguing is not just about what your mentors do. We all use logic every day, and you already have some skill in formulating an argument. The more you improve your skills in this area, the better you will be able to think critically, reason, choose and weigh evidence. The argument is actually the support the main theme, and is not an opinion, and is based on facts and evidence.

Can be introduced premises of an argument as reasons that are given in support of a view, which is expressed in the conclusion of the argument. In order to come to a good conclusion, the premises must be accurate and standardized. 



Let’s see a very simple example of an argument:

 Nimal was driving his car over the speed limit. He had no excuse for driving over the speed limit. Furthermore, he was intoxicated. Therefore, Nimal was breaking the law.

Premises:  

  • Nimal was driving his truck over the speed limit. 
  • Nimal had no excuse for driving over the speed limit. 
  • Nimal was intoxicated. 

Conclusion: 

  • Nimal was breaking the law.

Types of Argument


There are three basic types of argument. These are Classical or Aristotelian argument, toulmin argument and rogerian argument. These vary depending on the occasion of use.

The classical or Aristotelian form of reasoning is the most common argument. It was developed by the Greek philosopher Aristotle. The Toulmin model for argumentative essays was developed by Stephen Toulmin to analyze an argument. Unlike the classical model of argument, it presents only one side of argument. This model works well then there no clear truth or an absolute solution to a problem. The Rogerian model of argument works on collaboration and cooperation. It recognizes that an argument can be viewed from different perspectives.


The History and Importance of Argument

Arguments are often as old as language. In fact, language can be systematically introduced to human primates before influencing each other's behavior without resorting to violence. When it began, however, the argument was extremely broad human behavior. Different cultures have different ideas. Some rulers try to suppress the argument, while others have historically accepted it.

Argument is a very important part of life. Argument is how everything in lofe is solved. Everyday people have different opinions on how things should be and argument is a way to solve a problem. Studying argument is a good way to develop your skills to persuade someone to believe in your argument.

CONCLUSION

Arguments play a major role in establishing a conclusion. A conclusion is formed on the basis of argument.

REFERENCES

What Is an Argument? / Douglas Walton /University of Windsor. Retrieved on June 11 from:
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/236017250_What_is_Reasoning_What_Is_an_Argument



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