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Question

________________ is critical for developing an __________________ effectively.
An author can choose from many types of __________________ to support a _______________.
When _________________ an argument, __________________ the author’s _______________.
Consider whether the evidence is ________________, or logically connected to the argument.
Ask the following questions, when analyzing an argument:
Relevance: ________________________________
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Reliability: _______________________________
________________________________________
Accuracy: ________________________________
Bias: ____________________________________
________________________________________
Sufficiency: _______________________________
________________________________________
Representative Sample: ______________________
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Answer 1

Evidence is critical for developing an argument effectively.
An author can choose from many types of evidence to support a claim.
When analyzing an argument, evaluate the author's evidence.
Consider whether the evidence is valid, or logically connected to the argument.
Ask the following questions, when analyzing an argument:
Relevance: Is the evidence related to the argument being made?
Reliability: Can the evidence be trusted and is it from a credible source?
Accuracy: Is the evidence factual and supported by data or research?
Bias: Does the evidence present a one-sided or biased perspective?
Sufficiency: Is there enough evidence provided to support the argument?
Representative Sample: Does the evidence come from a diverse and representative group?