Command of Evidence: Quantitative
Kevin Lee
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Study Guide Overview
This study guide covers using quantitative information in arguments, including the types and presentation of data (percentages, fractions, ratios). It explores how quantitative data demonstrates scope, establishes baselines, and qualifies evidence. The guide also explains the relationship between evidence and arguments, including causal, correlational, and illustrative relationships. Finally, it discusses evaluating evidence strength based on reliability, validity, representativeness, and source.
#AP SAT (Digital) - Quantitative Evidence: Your Night-Before Guide
Hey there, future AP superstar! Let's get you prepped and confident for the exam tomorrow. We're diving into quantitative evidence – the numbers, stats, and data that make arguments rock-solid. Think of this as your ultimate cheat sheet, designed to make everything click. Let's go!
#Quantitative Information in Arguments
#Types and Presentation of Quantitative Data
Quantitative data is all about the numbers 🔢. It's the backbone of strong arguments, showing patterns and relationships. Here's the lowdown:
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What it is: Numerical data, statistics, measurements, and mathematical concepts used to support claims.
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How it's presented: Think percentages (%), fractions, ratios, and absolute numbers.
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Why it matters: It helps establish trends, patterns, and relationships that back up an author's point.
Authors use quantitative data to: - Show the scope or scale of an issue. - Make comparisons and contrasts. - Provide context or background. - Make predictions about the future. - Refute counterarguments with concrete facts.
Remember "SCOPE-COMPARE-CONTEXT-PREDICT-REFUTE" to recall the main uses of quantitative data.
For example:
- Scope: "The global temperature has increased by 1.5°C since the pre-industrial era."
- Trend: "Sea levels have risen by an average of 3.3 mm per year over the past decade."
#Applications of Quantitative Information
Quantitative evidence isn't just about throwing numbers around; it's about using them strategically. Here's how:
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