1. Using theIDEAS processof problem solving indicated below to Identify the 5 steps to use in solving the problem in the case study provided. (11%)

Use the IDEAS problem-solving format to identify the 5 steps that can be used in finding a solutionMake sure to highlight each point in the IDEAS format and explain how it can be used in this scenario.

Scenario:

Ali is a college student at NCT (Niagara College Toronto) (who is struggling to pay his college tuition fees. He has 2 semesters left and needs $16,000 CAD (Canadian Dollars)to clear his tuition fees and graduate.

Use the IDEAS problem-solving format to identify the 5 steps that can be used in finding a solutionMake sure to highlight each point in the IDEAS format and explain how it can be used in this scenario.

2. answerif the following statements are arguments or not: (16%)

• If you think the statement is an argument,list theclaims (premise) in the argument and theconclusion in the argument.
• If you think the statement is NOT an argument,explain why it is not an argument.

QUESTIONS (statement or argument - Explain why you chose your answer according to class content)

1. You need to use an umbrella today.
2. Roses are better for the environment that sunflowers because they help with pollination, so you should plant roses in your garden.
3. Billy came home at 11pm last night and this indicates that there was no way he caused the accident in the living room at 8pm.
4. Animals are better than humans thus we should all have animals as pets.
5. Professors often find it difficult to encourage critical thinking in students.
6. Sally is sad because she misses her parents and is feeling lonely.
7. Drinking water is important in maintaining blood flow and digestion in the human body.
8. Mental health concerns have increased by 21% in America, and we can deduce that lifestyle plays a vital role in this increased number.