the study of philosophy helps a person to develop her abilities to:Read texts carefully, closely, accurately, and sympathetically. Analyze positions fairly and critically. Uncover unstated and unexamined assumptions in arguments- - both one's own and others'. Construct cogent and persuasive arguments for one's position. Write in a manner that is simple, natural, clear, and persuasive.

These skills are extremely useful in many other disciplines and practices outside of philosophy-careers in law, computer science, business, medicine, law enforcement, the arts, publishing, and many more all value the skills developed by the study of philosophy.?