Wednesday, April 25, 2012

Opinion of Value, Policy and Fact

Opinions usually fall into three types:  Value, Policy and Fact.

Our opinion is the basis for the argument so by catergorizing them into one of the three types, you can start to build a foundation for your debate.

VALUE:  One thing is better than another (A is better than B)
ex.)  Spring is better than fall.

POLICY:  Rules, regulations or laws that should or should not be implemented. (A should/should not do B)
ex.)  The government should increase spending on health care.

FACT:  Something that is or is not true. (A is/is not true)
ex.)  Rainy weather causes more automobile accidents.

Depending on what category your opinion falls under, you can proceed with the next stage of explaining your opinion.

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