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Universal claims

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Universal claims are statements that apply to all instances or situations without exception. They make broad generalizations about a topic or concept.

Related terms

Generalizations: Statements that draw conclusions based on limited evidence or observations.

Stereotypes: Oversimplified and generalized beliefs about a particular group of people.

Categorical Imperative: A moral principle that requires individuals to act according to rules that could be universally applied.

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  • AP English Language - 5.3 Using modifiers to qualify an argument and convey perspective

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