Critical Thinkers Try To

question 187

Multiple Choice

Critical thinkers try to:

• A)use anecdotes to support their arguments.
• B)settle arguments based on emotional convictions.
• C)identify unspoken assumptions and make them explicit.
• D)look for evidence that confirms their viewpoints.

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Definitions:

Hyperventilation

Rapid or deep breathing that exceeds the body's need for oxygen, often leading to a decrease in carbon dioxide levels in the blood.

Hypoventilation

A state of insufficient ventilation leading to an increase in blood carbon dioxide levels, which can disrupt the body's acid-base balance.

Rebreathing

Rebreathing is the process of inhaling the air that has been exhaled, which can lead to an increase in carbon dioxide and a decrease in oxygen levels in the body.

Bicarbonate Ions

Chemical ions (HCO3-) that act as a major component of the blood's buffering system, helping to maintain the body's pH balance.