Which of the following is NOT one of the ways that someone can have a good reason to believe a claim, as described in the discussion of premise acceptability in Chapter 1?
A) By thinking about the meaning of the words in the claim.
B) Because the claim is common knowledge.
C) On the basis of a good argument.
D) By feeling extremely confident about the truth of the claim.

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Feeling extremely confident about the truth of a claim does not necessarily provide a good reason to believe that claim. Good reasons for belief are typically based on evidence, logical reasoning, or common knowledge, rather than purely on the strength of one's confidence.

Which of the Following Is NOT One of the Ways