Dustin's GMAT CR: Chain (Argument Evaluation)-GMAT argument evaluation tool

Example

Given a starting point 'A new teaching method improves student performance' and an ending point 'Students will achieve higher test scores', the tool helps formulate a logical chain: 'New teaching method -> Improved student performance + Better study habits -> Higher test scores'.

Scenario

This function is applied when users need to clearly see the logical progression of an argument and understand how different premises and assumptions connect to lead to the conclusion.

Example

In an argument claiming 'Regular exercise leads to better health', the hidden assumption might be '(Assuming access to necessary resources for exercise)'.

Scenario

This function is crucial for identifying underlying assumptions that are not explicitly stated but are necessary for the argument to hold true. It helps users critically evaluate the strength of the argument.

Example

In analyzing the argument 'Increasing taxes on cigarettes will reduce smoking rates', the tool helps identify the causal relationship: 'Higher taxes -> Increased cost of cigarettes -> Reduced affordability -> Reduced smoking rates'.

Scenario

This function is useful for understanding how different elements of an argument are causally related, helping users to pinpoint any weak or unsupported links in the chain.