Sunday, September 14, 2014

GASCAP Something or Other

Argumentation by Generalization:
According to a recent poll, the majority were disappointed with Obama's presidency. Thus, Obama has got a disappointing presidency.
http://newsbusters.org/blogs/rich-noyes/2014/09/08/mrc-study-tv-buries-bad-news-obamas-collapsing-polls


Argumentation by Analogy:
If my friends all bought the same type of car and were delighted with their purchase, then I'll be delighted with buying one as well.
http://www.philosophypages.com/lg/e13.htm


Argumentation by Sign:
There are some bear tracks in the snow. Therefore, a bear passed this way.
http://books.google.com/books?id=DTL8AQAAQBAJ&pg=PA47&lpg=PA47&dq=argumentation+by+sign&source=bl&ots=apLmQ7yXqN&sig=M12bq7EPzZDkq5uJpeObtHGiEzM&hl=en&sa=X&ei=e4AWVJ3OHoarjAK674HYCg&ved=0CDAQ6AEwAg#v=onepage&q=argumentation%20by%20sign&f=false


Argumentation by Cause:
The more exposure to violent media, the more aggressive we are. Therefore, it is violent media that is making us aggressive.
http://time.com/34075/how-violent-video-games-change-kids-attitudes-about-aggression/


Argumentation by Authority:
Elder Bednar promised that if you do family history work, you will be safeguarded throughout your life. Therefore, you should do family history work.
https://www.lds.org/general-conference/2011/10/the-hearts-of-the-children-shall-turn?lang=eng


Argumentation by Principle:
Since we committed to abide by the honor code at BYU, wearing a miniskirt is against the dress code and is looked down upon.
-- Writing and Rhetoric Supplemental Guide: "A Miniskirt, Even With Leggings, Is Still A Miniskirt".

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