Something that I found interesting would be Chapter 8 section 3. This was about Precise and Vague Generalities.
Let me start off by explaining what a Precise Generality is. Precise Generality is when a claim states a specific number or quantity. For example: There were a hundred bars of chocolate on the counter. This would be an example of a Precise Generality claim.
Next I would like to explain what a Vague Generality.. A Vague Generality is a claim that does not specify a precise number . An example of this would be: There are a whole bunch of chocolate bars sitting on the counter.
As you can see, there are a huge difference between a Vague Generality and a Precise Generality. Utilizing the correct form of generality, could make the difference between a strong or a weak argument.
Next time you are making an argument, make sure you are using the form of generality the best supports your argument.
Hey, I like the topic you talked about cause I didn't really understand it at first when I read, but you did a good job at explaining precise generality. i really liked your example of the chocolate bars on the counter. I think that people should read there sentences again to avoid vagueness. All these little things make your argument appear weaker even if it dosen’t seem much. Although I think people are vague about certain thinsg because they don’t know much about it or it might be hard to explain the concept. Thus, if just read and research our topic we can easily make a valid argument and avoid these type of mistakes
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