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Which of the following is NOT a good example of evidence?

What is the best definition for evidence?

Argument Basics Quiz

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Basic Argument Terms and Examples Quiz

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1
What is the best definition for evidence?
Facts and stats to prove the other side is wrong.
an explanation of your claim
Connects your reasoning to your claim to prove your topic.
specific examples, testimony, facts, and stats to support
2
Which of the following is NOT a good example of evidence?
Coke has fewer calories than Pepsi.
Coke sells 15% more product in the U.S.
Coke is sold at 7-Eleven and Pepsi is not.
Coke is recommended by the Dentist Association of America.
3
What is the best definition for reasoning?
A preview of 3 reasons in your claims to support your side,
An explanation of the evidence that connects to the claim.
Facts or statistics that prove your claim is true.
4
What is a claim?
a debatable satement
your first sentence
an opinion
5
Which of the following is the best claim for the question, "Should schools start later"?
Schools should start later because kids will perform better.
Starting schools later will improve my test scores.
Schools should start later.
Schools are great for learning.
6
What is the best example of evidence?
Coke is better than Pepsi because all my friends agree.
Coke comes in a shiny red can.
Coke is better because the taste is better.
The amount of sugar in Coke is 5 grams less than Pepsi.
7
Which claim would not be accepted in this class?
Subway is better than Jimmy John's.
Mr. Coval is a bad teacher.
Michael Jordan is the best basketball player ever.
I think Coke is better than Pepsi.