Question

What relationships exist among reasoning, evidence and explanation

A Evidence is used to connect the explanation and the reasoning
B Reasoning is used to connect the evidence and the
C Reasoning is associated directly with explanation, but not evidence
D Evidence is associated directly with explanation, but not reasoning

Answer 1

[AI-generated answer — Bot GPT 3.5]

The correct answer is C. Reasoning is associated directly with explanation, but not evidence.

In the context of an argument or explanation, reasoning refers to the process of logical thinking and drawing conclusions based on available information. It involves the use of logical principles and sound judgment to support or justify a claim or conclusion.

Evidence, on the other hand, refers to the facts, data or information that supports or substantiates a claim or conclusion. Evidence is used to provide support for the reasoning or the argument being made.

An explanation is a statement or a set of statements that provide a reason or justification for an event, phenomenon, or claim. It is the act of making something clear or understandable by describing the cause or reason behind it.

While evidence can strengthen or support the reasoning used in an explanation, it is not directly associated with the process of reasoning itself. Reasoning connects the evidence with the explanation, allowing the evidence to support the logic or rationale behind the explanation.