PHI 103 Week 4 Quiz – Informal Logic ACL
PHI 103 Week 4 Quiz – Informal Logic Question 1 1 / 1 pts Using the hypothetico-deductive method how does one go about trying to test a hypothesis? Correct! One deduces a consequence from it and tests whether it occurs. One seeks tests that will verify its truth. One avoids situations in which the hypothesis might fail. One changes the hypothesis to fit the data. Question 2 1 / 1 pts This is a method by which one can strengthen an inductive argument. Adding false supporting premises Demonstrating that the argument is valid Correct! Adding supporting premises Inductive arguments cannot be strengthened Question 3 1 / 1 pts Which of the following is not true about inductive reasoning versus deductive reasoning? Deductive reasoning aims for an absolute connection between the premises and conclusion Inductive reasoning aims for a probable connection between the premises and conclusion Correct! Inductive reasoning strives to be sound Inductive reasoning can supply very powerful evidence for the truth of its conclusions Question 4 1 / 1 pts Good explanations often can explain other phenomena. The
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phi 103 week 4 quiz – informal logic question 1 1 1 pts using the hypothetico deductive method how does one go about trying to test a hypothesis correct one deduces a consequence from it and tests