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Recognizing Assumptions:

• Separate Facts from Fiction
• An assumption is an inference, an opinion, or belief about a person, place, or philosophical position
• When we assume we make a decision based on many things but not necessarily facts.
• When we assume we accept something to be correct we may or may not have actual proof but we believe the the opinion or position to be accurate
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• Caption: Recognizing Assumption
• Caption: Recognizing Assumption

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• It is deceptively easy to listen to a comment or presentation and assume the information presented is true even though no evidence was given to back it up
• Noticing and questioning assumptions helps to reveal information gaps or unfounded logic
• We also need to examine assumptions from different veiwpoints
• It is important because it helps us to become aware of any biases or preconceived notion that may affect your analysis and decision-making process
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