The assignment may be labeled a position paper, issue defense, opposition refutation, problem solution, proposal, or supporting reasons. Almost all writing requires a degree of persuasion in order to support a strong thesis. A thesis must express a point of view on a topic, and most points of view are arguable. In other words, readers may disagree with the writer's position whether it an analysis of cause and effect, a comparison, or a definition. Therefore, these writing suggestions will be applicable to may different writing situations, especially those in which the audience's concerns are paramount.
Aristotelian logic uses terms such as major premise, minor premise, and conclusion.
More recent logical models such as Toulmin's will use different terms such as warrant and claim. Whatever the underlying theory, however, you will be able to work through your logic by applying simple constructs and asking a lot of questions. In order to reach a conclusion, the thinker must consider the basis for the conclusion. For example, ethical or moral arguments may rely on commonly held beliefs which are not necessarily true for all readers. Arguments based on emotional appeals may not work unless the reader responds in a predictable way.