Slippery Slope Argument Phil 103 19 April 2006 When one argues against an idea or action‚ one form often used is called the slippery slope argument. In a slippery slope argument‚ one takes a consequentialist view on the action in question‚ then extrapolates the further outcome sometimes based on evidence‚ sometimes not. For example‚ I might argue that my teacher should not eat chocolate ice cream‚ because of two reasons: Eating chocolate ice cream stimulates pleasure centers in the brain
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The following argument is flawed for numerous reasons. Primarily‚ the argument is based on some unwarranted assumptions rendering the invalid conclusion that the Mozart school is the first choice for parents. To begin‚ the conclusion is based largely on the perception that issued alternatives certainly lead to the higher efficiency of the school. In doing this‚ the author fails to mention other possible factors that can impress parent decisions. It is likely that the school tuition is very high regarding
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compelling arguments about the exact meaning of the 2nd Amendment. For example‚ citizens that want to protect the individual’s right to possess a firearm concentration on the “right to bear arms” portion. While those concerned with communal responsibilities put emphasis on the “well-regulated militia” phrase to further implement restrictive gun laws. Although‚ both sides have a numerous amount of countless reasons for why they believe the 2nd Amendment exist‚ there is always a better argument. So‚ after
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Aquinas’ Five Proofs What real evidence can be supplied for God’s existence? St. Thomas‚ in his Summa Theologica‚ sets forth five separate proofs for the existence of God‚ Unlike St. Anselm’s proof‚ which deals with pure concepts‚ St. Thomas’ proofs rely on the world of our experience-what we can see around us. In these proofs we can easily see the influence of Aristotle and his doctrine of the Four Causes. l) The Proof from Motion. We observe motion all around us. Whatever is in motion now
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RG The Arguments Against Foreign Aid This essay will discuss about foreign aid to the developing world countries. Nowadays‚ there are still many countries at different continent in this world still need some help from the other countries that already developed. For example‚ most of the countries in Africa really need assistance while they are still developing. But‚ is it really help? Or is it just makes the developing country be worst? These two questions are what we are going to discuss.
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the issue of whether more states should enforce the death penalty. In her opinion piece‚ Lori Ornellas argues that the death penalty should be enforced by more states. In this essay I will demonstrate the flaws within her argument. I will start by explaining Ornellas’s argument. I will introduce the premises she uses as support‚ and show the fallacies they contain. I will provide a conclusion as to why she’s unable to conclude that more states should enforce the death penalty. Lastly an objection
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Traffic Problems in Baton Rouge 5:30 traffic in Baton Rouge could easily be defined as the time in which no one wants to get in their car and go anywhere regardless of urgency. Baton Rouge‚ Louisiana is notoriously known for their inefficient traffic systems. Why is that? With a population rank of 67th in the United States‚ Baton Rouge’s ranking of 33rd in the nation for worst traffic congestion has definitely impacted the community’s identity (Meaux‚ Reveille). Money‚ or lack thereof‚ plays a
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The Cosmological Argument has been disputed over since the beginning of religion. Greek philosophers such as Plato‚ Aristotle‚ and other theologians have provided reasons for either their belief or disbelief of the existence almighty being; God. Thomas Aquinas adapted a personal answer for the controversial argument. Aquinas provides five ways for the existence of God that he devised through his observations and logical analysis. His arguments provide reasoning for many people that cannot believe
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role in motivating and guiding students and teachers. Preparing young Americans for success in the global economy will require our schools to improve‚ not abolish‚ academic standards. Opponents of standardized tests typically rely on three basic arguments. First‚ they contend that these exams detract from the larger goals of education by encouraging teachers
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Tragedy Paper Argument The Tragedy Paper by Elizabeth Laban is a novel that takes place at Irving High school. It follows a triangle of love with Tim‚ Vanessa‚ and Patrick who are three seniors from the previous year. This book is read by juniors at Four County Career Center. I believe this book should be part of the Four County Career Center junior English curriculum. One reason The Tragedy Paper should be read by juniors at Four County Career Center is because it is relatable to high school students
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