WGU C168 Critical Thinking and Logic - Self-Assessment 1.10 & 2.08 Update 2024/2025

The elements of reasoning are also known as the ________. a) Parts of thinking b) fundamental structures of thought c) standards of thought d) both A and B - d) both A and B The mind drawing conclusions on the basis of reasons defines which process? a) inferring b) implying c) reasoning d) both A and C e) both B and C - d) both A and C Which elements of reasoning are operative when we think through a problem? a) All eight elements. b) It depends on the nature of the problem. c) It depends on the scope of the problem. d) It depends on whether the problem is simple or complex. - a) All eight elements. What is the term for the goal or desired outcome of our reasoning? a) consequence b) purpose c) result d) dividend - b) purpose Which of the following is something we take for granted as true in our reasoning? a) implication b) inference c) assumption d) information - c) assumption What is said to follow from our reasoning? a) assumptions b) conclusions c) implications d) inferences - c) implications Theories are examples of ________. a) information b) concepts c) points of view d) assumptions - b) concepts