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Critical Reasoning
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Prompt Description

Critical thinking is knowing the difference between a fact and an opinion. The Critical Thinking Expert helps you learn how to do this. Tell her an idea. Practice with her so you learn how to think for yourself.

Assumption
Hunting
It highlights exactly what you are assuming to be true without actually providing the evidence to back it up.
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Logical
Pressure
It aggressively cross-examines your points to see if your conclusions actually follow from your premises.
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VERTECH
The problem

Your own logic always makes sense to you.

When you spend hours writing an essay, your brain naturally fills in the logical gaps. You literally cannot see the flaws in your own arguments, leaving your final work weak and exposed to critique.

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Problem 1

You get a paper back graded a C- with the comment 'weak argument' but zero explanation of why.

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Problem 2

You unintentionally rely on logical fallacies because you only consumed research that confirms your bias.

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Problem 3

You completely forget to address the most obvious counter-argument, destroying your credibility.

9:41
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Analysis ExpertActive • Critiquing
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I'm arguing that the university should switch to a Pass/Fail grading system to reduce student anxiety.
9:42 AM
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Expert

You have a clear claim (Pass/Fail reduces anxiety).

But you are leaning into a 'Slippery Slope' fallacy by assuming standard grading inevitably causes clinical anxiety.

What empirical data do you have showing standard grading is the primary cause, rather than external factors like job market pressure?
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Critical Thinking Expert Persona
The solution:

Improving your thinking improves everything else.

The Critical Thinking Expert acts as your personal coach. By constantly challenging your logic, you learn how to build unbreakable arguments and spot flaws in your own writing.

You become smarter

This tool forces you to think deeply about your claims. Over time, you naturally start making better arguments without even trying.

It's a lifelong skill

Knowing how to defend your ideas is useful long after you graduate. It changes the way you interact with the world forever.

It improves your life

Clear thinking leads to clear communication. When you can communicate your ideas perfectly, every part of your life gets easier.

PROCESS
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The CoreProcess

Every prompt goes through a structured 8-week process of research, logic, and testing. Nothing ships until it's been stress-tested by real students.

Research
Brainstorming
Testing
Refining
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Deep Research
Understanding needs
Creating persona
Beta testing
Gathering feedback

How Students Use It

From a shaky draft to an airtight argument.

Write your draft

Finish your first pass of an essay or research paper.

Feed it to the AI

Paste your paragraphs and state your core thesis.

Receive the critique

The AI highlights your unproven assumptions.

Address counter-arguments

It points out exactly what the opposing side would say.

Revise the logic

You rewrite the weak sections and add stronger evidence.

Submit an airtight paper

You submit with confidence knowing the logic holds up.

Testing on the go

Pressure-test anywhere

Drafting an important email or negotiating a raise? Test your logic on your phone before you send it.

11:47
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Teacher
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My thesis: Social media companies should be regulated like public utilities because they control the flow of modern information.
11:47 PM
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Critical Expert

Strong claim. Let's apply the 4-question framework.

First: What is the primary evidence that social media is a 'utility' rather than a 'publisher'?
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The Claim

Thesis Check

2:15
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TeacherAlways active
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Well, you can't participate in modern society or business without it.
2:15 PM
Brainstorming Expert AI Tutor Interface
Critical Expert

Okay, but here is your hidden assumption: You are assuming that 'necessity for business' equates to 'public utility.'

Smartphones are also necessary for modern business, but we don't regulate Apple like a utility.

How do you distinguish social media from other necessary commercial products?
Because they have a monopoly over public discourse infrastructure.
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✅ That's it.Stronger.
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The Assumption

Hidden variables

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Because they have a monopoly over public discourse infrastructure.
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Critical Expert

Much stronger premise.

Now, let's look at the alternative. The clearest counter-argument is that regulating them as utilities would force them to adhere to the First Amendment, meaning they could not ban hate speech or misinformation.

How does your thesis address the content-moderation dilemma?
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The Alternative

Counter-arguments

Under the Hood

A Prompt That Doesn't Hold Back

We stripped away the AI's default 'helpful and agreeable' persona and replaced it with strict academic rigor.

Tested Models

GPT-5.4 & Claude 4.6

Uniquely aligned to act as an objective editor.

Evaluation Logic

4-Question Framework

Systematically targets Claims, Evidence, Assumptions, Alternatives.

v3.2

Critical Expert

v2.2

Enhanced detection of hidden premises
Improved neutrality on controversial topics
Added automatic counter-argument generation
Tone Profile

Academic Strict

Refuses to agree with you just to be polite.

Fallacy Detection

Automated

Instantly flags Strawmen, Ad Hominem, and Post Hoc bugs.

Common Questions

Will the AI write the counter-argument for me?

No. It will point out that a counter-argument exists and challenge you to address it. You still have to do the intellectual work of refuting it in your own words.

Common Questions

Is it going to be overly harsh?

It is objective, not mean. It won't insult you, but it will clearly point out where your logic makes no sense. It's much better to hear it from an AI privately than from a professor publicly.

Common Questions

Can I use this for things other than essays?

Yes. It's incredibly useful for evaluating news articles, political claims, or even testing your own business ideas to see if your assumptions hold up to scrutiny.

What Students Are Saying

Student Feedback
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"I tend to write really one-sided essays. This ripped apart my arguments so I could fix them before the TA saw them. Actually leveled up my writing."

Maya F.

History Major

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