Concept #2

The chapter focused on deductive arguments and the concept that caught my attention in chapter 8 is the three types of deductive arguments. I feel that it is vital to know these various types of arguments because you never know when and where you will be subjected to use them. The 3 deductive arguments are arguments by the eliminations, arguments based on mathematics and arguments from definition. The function of an argument by elimination is to help eliminate a variety of choices until there is only one left. As far as an argument based on mathematics it pertains to specific calculations in order to come up with a solution for a specific problem the conclusion must derive from mathematical calculations. An argument from definition simply states that in order for the conclusion to be true all of its facts and key terminology must be true in supports of the definition.