Evaluating Arguments and Analogies
Evaluating Arguments and Analogies
(Evaluating Arguments and Analogies)
Inductive Argument Paper- 2 pages in length, double spaced, standard margins, complete 2 parts
Part 1: Complete the following exercises:
- Generalization: Generalizations about generations are common and make for great headlines. What are some common generalizations about millennials? Using the criteria in the textbook, evaluate the strength of these generalizations. What is the sample? How representative is that sample?
- Analogy: Analogies are helpful in making moral and ethical arguments. Using the criteria in the chapter, evaluate the strength of this analogy: Marijuana should be legalized based on the fact that alcohol is an addictive drug and it is legal.
- Analogy: Pain is varied among people and can be difficult to describe to another. Complete this analogy as descriptively as you can.
When I get a headache, it is like…..
4. Many songs make the analogy that love is like…
Find two songs about love. List the analogy about love and evaluate their analogies
5. Is the following relationship causal or correlation:
Solution.(Evaluating Arguments and Analogies)
Part 2: Is related to the attachment of Generational Earnings and Education. Please answer the following questions <see attachment below>
1. The U.S. Census Bureau collects data on every American. Their data shows that over an adult’s working life, high school graduates can expect, on average, to earn $1.2 million; those with a bachelor’s degree, $2.1 million; and people with a master’s degree, $2.5 million.
2. Why do individuals with more education make more money? Is the relationship between education and higher income correlation or causation? How does the answer to this question affect your own plans in seeking a degree?
Inductive Argument Paper
Part 1: Exercises
1. Generalization
Common Generalizations About Millennials:
- Millennials are tech-savvy.
- They are financially irresponsible.
- They value work-life balance over traditional career growth.
Evaluation:
- Sample: These generalizations often stem from surveys, social media, and workplace studies.
- Representation: The samples may not always be representative. For example, surveys often involve individuals who have access to technology, omitting economically disadvantaged millennials.
- Strength: These generalizations are weak because they oversimplify a diverse group and are prone to bias.
2. Analogy: Marijuana Legalization
Analogy: Marijuana should be legalized because alcohol is an addictive drug and it is legal.
Evaluation:
- Similarity: Both substances have recreational and addictive qualities.
- Relevance: Alcohol’s legality stems from societal norms rather than health benefits. Comparing these factors requires deeper analysis of their respective impacts.
- Strength: The analogy has limited strength because it doesn’t consider regulatory, cultural, or medical nuances.
3. Descriptive Analogy: Headache
Analogy Completion:
“When I get a headache, it is like a band of tight steel clamping around my skull, squeezing relentlessly, and sending sharp pangs of discomfort through my temples.”
4. Song Analogies About Love
Song 1: “Love Is a Battlefield” by Pat Benatar
- Analogy: Love is compared to a battlefield.
- Evaluation: The analogy captures the conflict and emotional struggles of relationships but oversimplifies the nurturing and joyful aspects of love.
Song 2: “Love Is a Rose” by Neil Young
- Analogy: Love is compared to a rose.
- Evaluation: This analogy highlights the beauty and fragility of love but doesn’t address its complex or challenging aspects.
5. Causal vs. Correlation
Exercise:
- Example statement provided in the assignment.
- Explanation of whether the relationship reflects causation (direct effect) or correlation (associated without direct cause).
Part 2: Generational Earnings and Education
1. Why do individuals with more education make more money?
- Higher education often equips individuals with specialized skills, critical thinking, and networking opportunities. Employers value these traits and are willing to pay more for them.
2. Is the relationship between education and higher income correlation or causation?
- It is primarily a correlation because while education contributes to higher income, other factors like personal skills, socioeconomic background, and industry trends also play significant roles.
3. How does this affect your plans in seeking a degree?
- Pursuing a degree aligns with the statistical advantage of higher education in boosting lifetime earnings. Understanding this correlation motivates me to focus on fields with strong demand and earning potential.
Formatting Tips:
- Use APA or MLA if specified.
- Include citations for the Census Bureau data and song lyrics if directly quoted.
- Maintain concise and clear responses.
