Card 08
"The car has a full tank of gas. Therefore, the engine will start."
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"The car has a full tank of gas. Therefore, the engine will start."
Which
Assumption is Necessary?
💭 How to Think About This
To find a Necessary Assumption, use the Negation Test. Flip each answer to "False." If the argument explodes, that was the necessary part.
Run the Negation Test:
🤔 Which thinking lens(es) did you use?
Select all the lenses you used:
👨👩👧 For Parents & Teachers
🌱 Everyday Logic
Kid: "I studied, so I will get an A!"
Parent: "What are you assuming?"
Kid: "That I'm smart?" (Not necessary)
Parent: "Try negating: 'I will NOT misread the instructions.' If you misread them, do you
still get an A?"
Kid: "Oh no... I guess reading instructions is Necessary."