Smart Thinking

 

Smart thinking refers to the ability to analyze, evaluate, and synthesize information effectively and efficiently to make sound decisions and solve problems. It involves the use of logic, critical thinking, creativity, and intuition to understand complex issues and arrive at well-informed conclusions. Smart thinking is not only about intelligence, but also about having the skills to process and apply knowledge in a meaningful way. It requires being open-minded, curious, and adaptable, and being able to communicate ideas effectively to others. Smart thinking is a valuable skill in many areas of life, including education, business, and personal development.

Logic and arguments

The logic is used to assess an argument. A claim meant to prove a point is referred  to as an argument. There need to be evidence to support that claim. Premises and conclusion are the two parts of an argument that can be distinguished. The conclusion is the claim that needs to be supported by evidence, while the premises provide that evidence.

  

 

Arguments vs Explanations

An argument gives reasons for believing  that something is true  or probably  true, while an explanation tells why or how something is the case. Arguments aim to prove a deeper understanding of a phenomenon. Understanding the difference between    arguments and explanations  helps in sound reasoning and analysis claims.                 

 

There are indicator words that can identify a premise or a conclusion.

 

Premise indicators:

 

Conclusion indicators:

  

If there are indicators in an argument, it is called explicit inference while if there are only a series of premise and a conclusion without indicators those are called implicit inferences.