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Correctly identify the operative fallacy here: “You shouldn’t listen to Carla’s argument about climate change; she didn’t even finish college.”

A tautology is a statement that is true in all possible circumstances due to its logical form.

What type of error is being made here:“Nothing is better than eternal happiness. A ham sandwich is better than nothing. Therefore, a ham sandwich is better than eternal happiness.”

Which of the following makes an analogy strong rather than fallacious in an argument?

In a few words, explain what distinguishes a deductive argument from an inductive argument. 

“If it is raining, then the streets are wet. The streets are wet. Therefore, it is raining.” 
Evaluate this argument (is it valid?) and explain your answer (what makes the argument valid/invalid?).

Identify the conclusion from the following passage: ““Students should submit assignments electronically, since electronic submissions reduce paper waste and are easier to organize.”

If p, then q. If q, then r. Therefore, if p, r. True or false: this is a valid argument

According to the authors of the Toolkit, why is disagreement in philosophy often persistent?

What is a statement?