--5--ASSUMPTIONS: WHAT'S TAKEN FOR GRANTED ?

 What's Taken For Granted ?

 The discovery of an assumption ca be amusing ,if not shocking .

 Understanding Assumptions

  Usually when we infer,we are aware of our reasoning . We infer actively and consciously  when we infer ,we are aware of our reasoning .We infer actively and consciously  when we make plans ,like deciding what to pack when we go on a trip.

  Critical thinkers use the lemons of wrong assumptions  for making lemonade .They learn how to think better  by mulling over their wrong assumptions .

Types Of Assumptions 

 The earlier examples discussed had to do with wrong assumptions that were usually  unconscious assumptions .A conscious  assumptions ,on the other hand is an entirely  different  matter .Also called a working  assumption it is international strategy used to gain more information  .You might wonder for example whether you want to pursue a career as a basketball star or as a basketball coach

 What Is An Assumption ? 

 1- Understanding Assumption Ussually when we infer ,we infer ,we are aware of our reasoning .we infer actively and Consciously when we make plans ,like deciding what to pack when we go on trip.We reason that we will be away for a week ,and therefore only need to pack as much clothing as we need for a week as well as much as we can conformably carry.
 2- Types of Assumption The earlier examples fissure had to do with wrong assumption that were usually unconscious assumptions.A conscious assumption ,on the other hand is an entirely different matter.Also called a working assumption ,it is intentional strategy used to Gain more information .
 3-Identifying Hidden Assumtions In Reasoning ;

 -if your friend is Japanese ,she must be moody ,
 -He is a good candidate for mayor since he looks sincere.
 -If you love her , you will give her diamonds.
 
All of statements appearing in the previous list contain assumptions that are hidden or implicit .In each case ,the assumptions may not be easy recognizable