Question 1
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In the “What is a ‘Strong’ Argument?” video, what is the line at which we call an argument logically strong?
Correct!
There is no strict line at which inductive arguments become strong; it is a matter of context.
It is strong if it confers a 90% likelihood...
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PHI 103 Week 2 Quiz
Question 1
pts
In the “What is a ‘Strong’ Argument?” video, what is the line at which we call an argument
logically strong?
Correct!
There is no strict line at which inductive arguments become strong; it is a matter of context.
It is strong if it confers a 90% likelihood on its conclusion.
It is only truly strong if the conclusion is absolutely certain.
It has all true premises and the conclusion is likely.
Question 2
pts
What type of inductive argument is the following example?
The majority of people surveyed prefer strawberry to chocolate
Therefore, most people prefer strawberry to chocolate
Argument from analogy
Correct!
Inductive generalization
Statistical syllogism
, Inference to the best explanation
Question 3
pts
When conducting a survey, it is important to choose a sample that __________.
is valid
has members with the same views
is intelligent
Correct!
is random
Question 4
pts
“There is strong evidence for this thesis, so it is likely to be true.” This passage describes _____.
a mathematical argument
Correct!
an inductive argument
a categorical argument
an argument by definition
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