The Contradictory of a Claim
Epstein states that compound claims are claims that are made from other claims, but it is viewed as just one claim. Since that is said, it gets confusing to try and see how the claim is false.
A contradictory of a claim is one that is opposite of the true original claim. Contradictory can be sometimes called the negation of a claim.
For example, the claim could be that “Tommy will go to the group meeting or he will hang out with his friends.” While the contradictory can be, “Tommy won’t go to the group meeting or he won’t hang out with his friends.”
Reasoning for Hypothesis
Epstein explains that reasoning for hypothesis is equivalent to these:
1.) Start with an assumption (hypothesis) A and then support that with a good argument for B;
2.) “Make a good argument for If A, then B.”
For example,
Joey: I think of going to ask Annie as my girlfriend.
Dennis: If you’re going to have a girlfriend, then I would suggest you to save up a large amount of money.
Joey: Why?
Dennis: It’s nice to be in a relationship and to have money, especially when you’re a guy. Whether you are spoiling your girlfriend with gifts, or just being able to help them out when they need it, it’s something one can appreciate. Well, you will be going to take out your girlfriend a lot by spending a lot of money, such as watching at movie theaters, eating at restaurants, going to a theme park, and so much more. Even when your girlfriend offers to pay, it doesn’t feel right for her to pay. Plus, if you guys celebrate anniversaries, then you most likely get her gifts that cost money every month. Don’t forget her birthday gifts, Christmas gifts, Valentine Days gifts or even a surprise gift. All those add up. Oh, and gas money too for your dates.
Joey: Wow, I just realized that I need a job.
Dennis hasn’t shown as to why Joey would have to save up a lot of money if he were to get a girlfriend. Rather, Dennis has shown that the assumption (hypothesis) that when Joey get a girlfriend, he will need to save up a lot of money.
That is, Dennis has proved: If Joey wants a girlfriend, then he’ll have to save money.
Monday, March 7, 2011
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You have clear examples as to what you have learned throughout Chapter 6. I really liked your example on Reasoning for Hypothesis, because it is easy to understand. Along with that, everyone can relate to that. For example, even if a girl decides to ask a guy out, she would have to need money; therefore, she would need to start looking for a job. It makes a good point that if A, then B. The claim leads to a legitimate conclusion. Your post differentiates each topic clearly, but keep in mind there are two types of "the contradictory of a claim" (or & and).
I thought this your “Reasoning for Hypothesis” was funny. Dennis’ argument for not having a girlfriend is something every guy can understand (I hope). Good job on breaking down the concept with the step by step explanation as well. The example was also useful and clear because you did mention Dennis really just assumed everything that Joey would need to do in order to have a girlfriend. In the end, it is pretty much true anyways if you decide to start any sort of relationship. Your contradictory claim example was well written and to the point, which was something I really liked.
I got a bit offended when Dennis says, "Even when your girlfriend offers to pay, it doesn’t feel right for her to pay." Why is that? Why doesn't it feel right for her to pay? I think that it's PERFECTLY FINE for her to pay. I pay. I think that generalization is worth questioning. Especially in the modern day where males and females are almost equal. Of course, there are still some differences between the gender politically. For example, females do NOT have to register for the military in order to receive financial aid. Other than that, I felt that your argument was very nice. It sounded pretty realistic too. LOL!
I love your example about reasoning for a hypothesis by using the character Dennis to construct a very long hypothesis to just prove the point that when in a relationship one must have money as lots of money is put into relationships. I both agree/disagree with G-Dragon as there are times where I do feel bad about a lady paying for a date, when supposedly a man is suppose, but at the same time it wouldn't be the man being the poor one while the woman is the spoiled one. When i'm with my girlfriend we both either pay or don't pay for each other when we go out. Men don't always want empty pockets.
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