Question

1. how does evidence relate to reasons in a formal argument?

○ evidence provides factual support for the logical reasons with which a writer backs up a claim.
○ reasons and evidence both consist of factual information that supports the writer’s main point.
○ evidence distracts the reader from inadequate reasons for the writer’s claim.
○ reasons are just another way of referring to the writer’s evidence for a claim.

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze the relationship between evidence and reasons in a formal argument:

• Option 1: Evidence provides factual support for the logical reasons a writer uses to back a claim. This aligns with the role of evidence (factual data/info) and reasons (logical justifications) in an argument.
• Option 2: Reasons and evidence are not the same; reasons are logical justifications, evidence is factual support. Eliminate.
• Option 3: Evidence should support, not distract from, reasons. Eliminate.
• Option 4: Reasons and evidence are distinct (reasons are logical, evidence is factual). Eliminate.

Answer:

A. Evidence provides factual support for the logical reasons with which a writer backs up a claim.