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What is the purpose of a premise in an argument?

  1. Must Be False

  2. Could Be True

  3. Logical Opposition

  4. What is a premise?

The correct answer is: What is a premise?

In an argument, a premise serves as the evidence or support for the conclusion. It presents the information or reasons upon which the conclusion is based. Understanding the premises helps to evaluate the strength or weakness of the argument and whether the conclusion logically follows from the given information. Therefore, knowing what a premise is and recognizing its role in an argument is crucial for analyzing and critiquing the argument effectively.

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