Question

Review the claim Joshua makes, as well as the reasoning he cites to support it.

The funding of the public library should be protected because the library offers important programs and services that benefit the whole community. According to Library Director Sarah Tomlinson, whom I interviewed on May 6, the budget cuts will force the library to discontinue many popular programs and services.

Is Joshua's reasoning sound?


A.Yes, Joshua's reasoning is sound because he has adopted the position of a knowledgeable expert.


B.Yes, Joshua's reasoning is sound because it uses a valid source to show that the library will have to cut services that benefit the entire community.


C.No, Joshua's reasoning is not sound because he hasn't asked every member of the community whether they use library services.


D.No, Joshua's reasoning is not sound because Sarah Tomlinson is not an expert on library funding.

Answer 1

Joshua's reasoning is sound because he does use a valid source. The library director is not a true expert, but since she is the library's director, her quote is still a very valid source. B is the correct answer.

Answer 2

Yes, Joshua's reasoning is sound because it uses a valid source to show that the library will have to cut services that benefit the entire community.