Use the Pluses, Minuses and Interesting/Implications (PMI) chart to evaluate an issue, compare advantages and disadvantages, and make decisions. In the Pluses column enter all the positive elements, in the Minuses column enter all the negative elements and in the third column enter the elements that cannot be classified precisely as positive or negative (Interesting) or potential outcomes (Implications). A scoring system can be added to this chart to inform decision-making.
1. Go to SIRs or Gale Opposing Viewpoints
2. Skim the Topic Overview in either database. Look for keywords or areas that might apply to the four areas below.
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Viewpoint (Social, legal, medical, ethical, biological, psychological, economic, political, philosophical |
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