What Makes a ‘Good’ Argument and How Can You Spot One?

A good argument is like a strong building, it has clear pieces that fit together perfectly. If you want to know if an argument is good, look at whether the parts make sense and lead to the final idea in a fair way.

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Examples

A good argument: 'You should eat vegetables because they are healthy.'
A not-so-good argument: 'You should wear a hat because it will make you famous.'
A good argument in action: A teacher explains that studying helps students learn more, and the class agrees.

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