Explanations are similar to arguments in that an argument's premises are like an explanation's _____, and an argument's conclusion is like an explanation's _____.

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In an argument, the premises are the evidence or reasons given to support the conclusion, while in an explanation, the hypotheses are the reasons given to support the explanandum (the thing being explained). The conclusion in an argument is the statement being argued for, while in an explanation the explanandum is the statement being explained. Therefore, option B (hypotheses; explanandum) is the best choice.

Explanations Are Similar to Arguments in That an Argument's Premises