The following T/F statements refer to The Web of Belief, Chapter X 10. One basic purpose of language is that of getting others to do what we want them to do
11. The proper business of argument is to convince another of one’s belief.
12. Our credibility may backfire insofar as we, as well as others, may neglect to examine the evidence we have for our beliefs.
13. In "overwhelming" our opponent, we attack his reasons for doubting a premise for our belief.
14. Our failure to undermine our opponent’s objection may result in our giving up our own belief.
15. The desire to have been right is a highly recommended, basic principle of critical thinking.