Table 4

Syntax and content analysis of qualitative statements

Argument typeTotal no.Share (%)
Syntax analysis
Whole sentences1,09390
Phrases1099
Catchwords141
1,216100
Content analysis
Beliefs47539
Cause–effect relationship15112
Developments18916
Experiences12610
Differentiations23619
Particular cases19016
Misunderstandings10
Lack of information252
Trends34128
Figures111
(Historical) analogies151
1,760*
Note(s):

*An argument can embody characteristics of multiple types, justifying its classification into more than One type

Source(s): Authors’ own work

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