A good argument in critical thinking meets key standards depending on the context, including accuracy (premises must be true or well-supported), logical correctness (the reasoning must be valid in deductive arguments or provide strong support in inductive ones), clarity and relevance (premises must clearly relate to and support the conclusion), and consistency (no contradictions). A premise is reasonably accepted when it does not conflict with reliable knowledge or personal experience, aligns with justified background beliefs, and comes from a credible source. Rational acceptance depends on whether a premise is plausible based on current evidence and trustworthy origins. Refuting an argument involves exposing flaws in reasoning or evidence, such as showing a premise is false or questionable (e.g., through counterexamples or reductio ad absurdum), identifying logical fallacies, questioning the relevance or strength of premises, or pointing out inappropriate emotional appeals. Common logical forms include categorical statements (e.g., “All humans are mortal”), syllogisms (deductive chains of reasoning), conjunctions (statements joined by “and”), disjunctions (“or” statements), and conditionals (“if-then” structures). Lastly, strong arguments consider all relevant evidence and opposing views, ensuring completeness and fairness in reasoning.