Question

which questions are most important to ask when critically evaluating a sources argument?
important
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how entertaining is the argument?
how thoroughly does the author consider alternative arguments?
what arguments does the author make?
how easy is the argument to understand?
are there references or links—and if so, are they credible?
less important
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Explanation:

When evaluating a source's argument, understanding the core arguments (\(What\ arguments\ does\ the\ author\ make?\)), checking for comprehensive consideration of alternatives (\(How\ thoroughly\ does\ the\ author\ consider\ alternative\ arguments?\)), and verifying credibility through references (\(Are\ there\ references\ or\ links - and\ if\ so,\ are\ they\ credible?\)) are crucial. Entertainment value (\(How\ entertaining\ is\ the\ argument?\)) is less relevant to argument evaluation. Ease of understanding (\(How\ easy\ is\ the\ argument\ to\ understand?\)) can be a factor but is secondary to the logical and evidential aspects of the argument.

Answer:

Important:

• What arguments does the author make?
• How thoroughly does the author consider alternative arguments?
• Are there references or links—and if so, are they credible?

Less important:

• How entertaining is the argument?
• How easy is the argument to understand?