Use this worksheet to check whether your reasoning actually supports your conclusion.
- My current conclusion is:
2. My main premises are:
Premise 1:
3. Does the conclusion follow from the premises?
Yes / No / Not sure
4. Which premise is weakest?
5. What evidence would strengthen that premise?
6. What is the strongest fair opposing view?
7. Am I facing a false either-or?
Yes / No / Not sure
8. Is there a possible both-and, third option, phased solution, conditional answer, or temporary compromise?
9. One logic or argument error I need to watch for is:
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