What is the primary challenge in analyzing real-world arguments compared to arguments presented in a structured format?

Real-world arguments often lack clear indicators of premises and conclusions, requiring interpretation and reconstruction.

What is the function of indicator words in an argument?

Indicator words signal the logical relationship between claims, identifying premises and conclusions.

Determine which claim the arguer is trying to convince you to accept as the main point; that is the conclusion.

I can identify the key components of an argument in a text.

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Indicator words can help identify the logical relationship between claims in an argument, with words like 'therefore' indicating a conclusion and words like 'because' indicating a premise.
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When arguments lack indicator words, determine the conclusion by identifying the main point the arguer is trying to convey; supporting reasons are the premises.
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To analyze an argument, ask yourself, 'What claim am I being asked to believe or accept?' and 'What reasons are being offered to support that claim?' to distinguish between premises and the conclusion.