Facts are objective pieces of information that can be proven or verified. They are based on evidence and are not influenced by personal opinions or beliefs.
Think of facts as the building blocks of knowledge. Just like bricks in a wall, facts provide a solid foundation for understanding and forming arguments.
Evidence: Information or data that supports a claim or argument.
Data: Raw information or statistics collected for analysis.
Empirical: Based on observation, experience, or experiment rather than theory or speculation.
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