soundness of reasoning (truth and validity).

Using the three below scenarios:

Apply the following in 350 to 500 words for each scenario:

  • Evaluate each argument, using the 4-step process described on p. 218, regarding soundness of reasoning (truth and validity).
  • Explain your assessment and add alternative argumentation where necessary.

Please format your paper consistent with APA guidelines including an introduction and conclusion, title page, references page, and paragraph headings. Multiple references not needed for this assignment, but please cite any references that are used, including the textbook.

  1. Low grades on a college transcript are a handicap in the job market, so teachers who grade harshly are doing students a disservice.
  2. No one who ever attended this college achieved distinction after graduation. Marvin attends this college. Therefore, Marvin will not achieve distinction after graduation.

 

  1. Challenging other people’s opinions is a sign of intolerance, so debating courses have no place on a college campus.