An Argument Is Cogent If

question 53

Multiple Choice

An argument is cogent if:

• A) All of its premises are acceptable and relevant.
• B) It fails to satisfy any of the three criteria for argument evaluation.
• C) Anyone who understands the argument will be convinced by it.
• D) The acceptable, relevant premises are sufficient to support the conclusion.

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Definitions:

Asch Experiment

A series of psychological experiments conducted by Solomon Asch studying if and how individuals yield to or defy a majority group and the effect of such influences on beliefs and opinions.

Compliance

The act of conforming to a request, command, or set of regulations; this often involves adjusting one's behavior to align with societal or organizational standards.

Conversion

The process of changing or causing something to change from one form to another.

Incorrect Majority

A situation where the larger part of a group holds a false belief or makes a wrong decision, potentially influencing others to follow suit.