Critical Thinking

Jan 16, 2013

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Definition: Evaluating whether we should be convinced that a claim is true or that an argument is good. It's also about formulating good arguments.Critical thinking prevents bad decision making.It's a process which a person tries to answer rationally those questions that can't be easily or defin

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Critical Thinking

Critical Thinking Some notes on the midterm If you think we missed credit, please submit your defense by email to mikeb@cse.buffalo.edu by Nov. 1. Please address each question separately according to the grading criteria . We do make mistakes, so don't be afraid to address your concerns.

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