1.4: Practical vs. Factual Arguments

Practical vs. Factual Arguments

(A) Every time it rains, we order pizza for dinner.

(B) Tonight it is going to rain.

(Z) So, tonight we are going to order pizza.

(A) Pizza tastes good.

(B) Pizza is cheap.

(Z) So, let's order pizza tonight.

Factual Argument

Practical Argument

Practical vs. Factual Arguments

(A) Everyone at the party will have a good time.

(B) Carol will be disappointed if we don't attend the party.

(C) So, we should go to the party.

Practical Argument

Practical vs. Factual Arguments

(A) It's going to rain on Saturday.

(B) Whenever it rains, the tennis court is closed.

(C) If the tennis court is closed, we can't play tennis.

(D) So, we won't be able to play tennis on Saturday.

Factual Argument

Key Concepts

  • Factual Arguments
  • Practical Arguments

1.4 Practical vs. Factual Arguments

By Jesse Rappaport

1.4 Practical vs. Factual Arguments

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