What kind of argument is this? Identifying argument types in the wild is often more complex than analyzing neatly structured textbook examples. The Argument Type Identification Procedure (ATIP), outlined in this document, provides a systematic approach to tackle this issue. The ATIP offers clear guidelines for identifying the type of any given argument using the categorization framework of the Periodic Table of Arguments (PTA). By following a step-by-step procedure, analysts can examine arguments in real-world discourse. The approach yields a detailed description of the argument’s key characteristics and lays the groundwork for assessing its validity, strength, and overall quality. The ATIP facilitates a theoretically informed evaluation, making it a valuable tool for researchers, educators, and anyone engaged in critical thinking and argument-checking.
PERIODIC TABLE OF ARGUMENTS 