Ch 9

In the ninth chapter of "Good Reasons: Researching and Writing Effective Arguments", Faigley and Selzer suggest the key to building a strong argument using cause and effect is writing a clear claim. The authors then support their assertion by delving into the four ways to find causes: the common factor method, the single difference method, concomitant variation, and process of elimination. The authors purpose in writing this chapter is to inform students how to effectively write a casual argument or claim that goes beyond the obvious and sparks thought. This chapter was also intended for students looking to improve their writing skills at Colorado State University-Pueblo.