Analysing and evaluating evidence

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What is 'evidence'?

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Evidence is based in fact and used to support a claim.

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How do you evaluate whether evidence is sufficient to support a claim?

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Ask yourself whether there is enough evidence to fully support the claim.

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True or False: When evaluating evidence, you should use your judgment and give reasoned responses. There are no right and wrong answers.

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True

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Evidence is relevant when...

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...it has a definite relationship to the claim.

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What is the best synonym for 'representative evidence'?

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Typical evidence.

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Define 'sufficient evidence'.

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Sufficient evidence is enough evidence to support a claim fully.

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What does it mean for evidence to be 'relevant'?

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Evidence is relevant if it directly relates to the claim being made.

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What is the difference between subjective and objective evidence?

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Subjective evidence is based on personal opinions or feelings, while objective evidence is based on observable and verifiable facts.

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What role does credibility play in evaluating evidence?

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Credibility refers to the trustworthiness of the source of evidence, which affects its reliability.

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What is 'representative evidence'?

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Representative evidence is evidence that accurately reflects the characteristics of the larger group it is drawn from.