Do you think that people with a different point of view would consider the premises to be true?

In the required reading this week we learned about the deductive arguments. In this discussion, you get to create a deductive argument on both sides of your topic. Since the arguments are deductive, they strive to be valid. That means that you should structure both arguments so that if the premises were true, then the conclusion would have to be true as well (because it logically follows from the premises).
Present both arguments in standard form, with the premises listed above the conclusion.
After you present your arguments, consider how someone with the opposite point of view might respond to each argument. Would they likely object to the truth of a premise or to the validity of the reasoning (or both) and why? Indicate briefly how you might address those weaknesses to strengthen your arguments further.
Watch the PHI103 Week2 How to Construct a Valid Argument video designed to help you to create valid arguments on controversial topics. This is linked in the discussion forum.
Guided Response: In addition to your original post, post a minimum of three responses for a total of at least four posts. At least two responses must be to your classmates; the third response could be to a classmate or your instructor. Be sure to post on three separate days throughout the week to promote further engagement and discussion. Each response should be a minimum of 75 words.
In your replies to others, try to offer helpful feedback on their arguments in the following two areas.
First, the reasoning: Is there any way that their premises could all be true and their conclusion false? How so? If so, what premise might need to be added in order to make it valid?
Second, the truth of the premises: Do you think that people with a different point of view would consider the premises to be true? Could the argument be altered in any way to make it more likely to be persuasive to people with opposing perspectives?

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