PHIL 447 Week 2 Quiz Latest

Question 1. Question : (TCOs 1 & 2) In Chapter 2, we learned how to recognize the main parts of an argument. A characteristic of the premise part of a deductive argument is

always true beyond a reasonable doubt.
not relevant to the conclusion.
supportive of the conclusion.
following the conclusion.

Question 2. Question : (TCOs 1 & 3) In Chapter 2, we learned the meaning of ‘soundness’. An argument is sound when

it is true beyond a reasonable doubt.
there is enough support for the argument.
the premise of an argument is doubtful.
All the premise(s) of a valid argument are, in fact, true.

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Question 3. Question : (TCOs 1 & 2) In Chapter 2, we learned about the main parts of Inductive Arguments. The premises of good inductive arguments

are true beyond any possible doubt.
are true beyond a reasonable doubt.
support their conclusions.
neither answers nor support their conclusions.

Question 4. Question : (TCOs 1 & 3) In Chapter 3, we learned how to recognize and clarify certain kinds of ambiguity. Consider the following example.

“Our wines leave you with nothing to hope for.” (from a Swiss menu)

How would you rewrite the following claim to remedy problems of ambiguity? Do not assume that common sense by itself solves the problem.

You will not ask for more of our wine.
Do not raise your hopes about our wine.
Our wines are as good as any you will find.
Our wines will leave you hopeless.

Question 5. Question : (TCOs 1 & 3) In Chapter 3, we learned how to recognize and clarify certain kinds of ambiguity. Consider the following example.

“Senator Smith spoke against cloning human beings during the last session of Congress.”

How would you rewrite the following claim to remedy problems of ambiguity? Do not assume that common sense by itself solves the problem.

Senator Smith spoke against cloning human beings.
Senator Smith spoke against cloning human beings while Congress is in session.
Senator Smith spoke against cloning human beings during the times that Congress is in session, but he favors it when Congress is in recess.
During the last session of Congress, Senator Smith spoke against cloning human beings.