CER - Claim Evidence Reasoning

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What is a claim in the context of CER?

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A claim is a statement or assertion that something is true, which can be supported by evidence.

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What is evidence in the context of CER?

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Evidence refers to the data or information that supports a claim, such as measurements, observations, or facts.

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What is reasoning in the context of CER?

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

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What is an example of a claim?

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"Air is matter."

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What is an example of evidence?

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"The apple has a mass of 80g."

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What is an example of reasoning?

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"Sleepy students are more likely to be tardy, absent, inattentive in the morning and less able to learn. Therefore students should prioritize getting more sleep."

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Which of the following is NOT a strong piece of evidence?

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A personal experience.

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What is the purpose of a claim in an argument?

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To state the main point or position that is being argued.

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How does evidence strengthen a claim?

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By providing factual support that makes the claim more credible.

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What role does reasoning play in the CER framework?

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It explains why the evidence supports the claim.