QUESTION 7 Evaluate the following extended argument. Identify the main problem...
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QUESTION 7
Evaluate the following extended argument. Identify the main problem(s) with the argument, explain why they are problems, and clearly state whether you think the argument provides a compelling reason to accept the conclusion. You may find it useful to put the argument into standard form and to draw an argument map but you should only submit your written evaluation. You may use the following template as a guide to structuring your response.
Paragraph 1: First sentence: Say what the conclusion of the argument is and whether the argument provides a good reason for accepting it. Second sentence: Say how many major problems/issues you’re going to discuss. Body Paragraph(s): [repeat for each issue you discuss] First sentence: Say what the problem is. Next sentence(s): Explain why it is a problem for the argument. Final sentence(s): Say what would need to be established for the argument to be successful. / Explain how, with minor adjustments this problem can be overcome. |
(25 marks)
We are told that global average temperature is supposed to increase by between 1.4 and 5.8 degrees by the year 2100. Australia produces about 2 per cent of the world’s total greenhouse gas emissions. Therefore, Australia’s contribution to global warming this century would amount to between 0.03 and 0.1 degrees. An ordinary thermometer used in meteorological observations can be read to 0.1 degree, so Australia’s contribution over the century would barely register on a thermometer. So, we should not delude ourselves that enacting greener policies here in Australia will be of any practical use in reducing global warming.
Adapted from a letter to The Age newspaper, 2006.
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