Arguments & EvidenceATI TEAS 7 cheat sheet

Claim, support, conclusion

9 key facts 5 practice questions Reviewed Oct 2026

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The Parts

Claim — what the author wants you to accept
Evidence — the facts offered
Reasoning — how the evidence supports the claim

Strong Evidence

Relevant, recent, specific, and from a credible source
Data and expert testimony beat anecdote

Weak Arguments

One example generalized to everything
Emotional appeal in place of evidence
Attacking the person rather than the point

Test Cue

'Which best strengthens/weakens?' — find the choice that touches the link between evidence and claim

Key takeaway

Claim, support, conclusion

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A passage that first states a claim and then lists supporting evidence is organized to:

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