CHAPTER 6: OPINIONS: WHAT'S BELIEVED?
Opinions express our decisions about life. The word opinion is commonly misunderstood, since the word covers many varieties of thoughts. Opinions can be based either on reasons or on whim, feelings, emotions, or prejudice. Critical thinking required that we recognize the difference between responsible and irresponsible opinion. Expert opinion is based on an understanding of evidence and risks in a situation and is important and highly valued. Opinions shouldnt be confused with facts. In an essay a statement of opinion can be the thesis or its principle claim.
Opinions express our decisions about life. The word opinion is commonly misunderstood, since the word covers many varieties of thoughts. Opinions can be based either on reasons or on whim, feelings, emotions, or prejudice. Critical thinking required that we recognize the difference between responsible and irresponsible opinion. Expert opinion is based on an understanding of evidence and risks in a situation and is important and highly valued. Opinions shouldnt be confused with facts. In an essay a statement of opinion can be the thesis or its principle claim.
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