Inductive Arguments Are

question 3

Multiple Choice

Inductive arguments are

• A) intended to supplement deductive arguments.
• B) intended to be abductive.
• C) supposed to offer only probable support for their conclusions.
• D) supposed to give logically conclusive support to their conclusions.

Apply specific rules for evaluating inductive generalizations within the context of argument by analogy.

Distinguish between arguments by analogy and counter-analogy.

Apply evaluation criteria to decide between conflicting analogical arguments.

Understand different types of statistics and their applications.

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Definitions:

Normal Distribution

A symmetric distribution regarding probabilities, centered on the mean, where data points close to the mean are more recurrent than distant ones.

Mean Weight

The average weight of a group of items or individuals calculated by summing their weights and dividing by the number of items or individuals.

Confidence Interval

A statistical range, with a given probability, that is likely to contain the true value of an unknown population parameter.

Average Speed

A measure of the total distance traveled divided by the total time taken for the trip, used in various contexts to indicate speed consistency.