TC I I - Categories of Inductive Argument

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What type of argument is presented in the text?

  • Geometric
  • Inductive (correct)
  • Deductive
  • Mathematical

In an inductive argument, the conclusion is based on:

  • Certain conditions
  • Impossible conditions
  • Necessary conditions
  • Probable conditions (correct)

Which of the following is an example of a deductive argument?

  • 80% of randomly selected oranges from a basket are ripe, so all oranges in the basket must be ripe.
  • Placing two apples and three oranges in a bag results in the bag containing five fruits.
  • All oranges are ripe, so each randomly selected orange from the basket must be ripe. (correct)
  • If the saleswomen in a supermarket are hospitable, then most likely the observer will be hospitable too.

Which type of argument depends on purely arithmetic or geometric computations?

<p>Mathematical arguments (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are most arguments in the text classified as inductive?

<p>Because they are based on probable conditions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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