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Context is Key: Unveiling the Power of Explanatory Virtues in Reasoning.

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The article explores how to compare different explanations to find the best one. It focuses on the importance of considering the context in which explanations are made. The researchers argue that the context in which an explanation is given can greatly affect its strength and quality. They suggest that the factors in the situation where an explanation is needed should be taken into account when evaluating explanations.