There Are Two Kinds of Reasoning, Formal and Informal

question 62

Essay

There are two kinds of reasoning, formal and informal. Compare and contrast these two modes of thought in regard to:
* premises.
* number and quality of answers.
* presence of established procedures.
* recognition that the problem is solved.
* real world or personal relevance.

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Definitions:

Substantive Complexity

Degree to which a person’s work requires thought and independent judgment.

Tacit Knowledge

Tacit knowledge refers to the unspoken, practical skills or understandings that people have but cannot necessarily articulate, often gained through personal experience and difficult to transfer to others.

Role Load Spillover

The phenomenon where the demands of one's role in work or home life interfere with the ability to fulfill roles in another domain.

Moral Issues

Concerns or dilemmas involving judgments about right and wrong behavior, ethics, and values.