A good argument is like a strong bridge, both sides need to connect well and hold up under pressure. Imagine trying to convince your friend that pizza is better than burgers: if you just say, 'Pizza is better,' that’s not enough. But if you explain why pizza has more toppings or tastes better when it's fresh, then you're building a strong case. That’s what makes an argument good in philosophy, clear reasons and strong connections.
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- If you say, 'I like chocolate ice cream because it’s sweet,' that's a good reason. But if you just say, 'I like chocolate ice cream,' then there's no real support for why you believe that.
- Your mom says, 'You'll get sick if you don't wear a coat.' That's a premise. If she adds, 'Because the cold will go into your body,' that makes her argument stronger.
- When your teacher asks you to prove that math is fun, and you say, 'I like it because I can solve problems quickly,' that’s a good argument.
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See also
- What Makes a ‘Good’ Argument and Why Do We Believe It?
- What Makes a ‘Good’ Argument and Why Do We Listen to It?
- What Makes a ‘Good’ Argument and How Can You Tell?
- What Is the Point of a Philosophy?
- What Is the Point of Philosophy?
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