CER Practice

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What is a claim in the context of CER practice?

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A claim is a statement or assertion that something is true or factual, often used as the main argument in a discussion.

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What is evidence in CER practice?

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Evidence refers to the data or information that supports a claim, providing a basis for the argument.

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What is reasoning in CER practice?

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Reasoning is the explanation that connects the evidence to the claim, showing how the evidence supports the claim.

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Give an example of a claim.

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"Video games improve cognitive skills."

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Give an example of evidence.

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"Studies show that players of strategy games score higher on problem-solving tests."

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What role does reasoning play in CER practice?

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Reasoning explains why the evidence supports the claim, making the argument more convincing.

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What is the difference between a claim and evidence?

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A claim is an assertion, while evidence is the data that supports that assertion.

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How can you identify evidence in a statement?

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Evidence often includes statistics, facts, or observations that can be verified.

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What is an example of reasoning?

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"Since sleep deprivation affects concentration, students who don't sleep well are likely to perform poorly in school."

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What is the purpose of a claim in an argument?

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The purpose of a claim is to present a point of view or argument that can be supported with evidence.