This is a philosophy and critical thinking assignment Part II (Deduction and Ind

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This is a philosophy and critical thinking assignment

Part II (Deduction and Induction)
Indicate whether the following arguments are deductive or inductive. Don’t forget about the
possibility of deductive by virtue of form. If an argument is deductive indicate whether it is valid
or invalid. If an argument is inductive indicate whether it is strong or weak. (5 points each, 10
total, running total 20)
As a reminder:

Deductive Argument Types:                                                           Inductive Argument Types:

Based on Definition                                                                Analogy

Based on Mathematics                                                            Generalizations

Based on Geometry                                                                Predictions

From a Scientific Law                                                            Cause and Effect Reasoning

Based on Form                                                                        To a Scientific Law

Based on Appeal to Authority

(4) With just one more card to come, Bob can win the hand only if he hits 1 of 4 outs to
complete his straight –about an 8.6% chance. Hence, Bob will probably lose the hand.
(3) If a person tries marijuana, then he/she will try something harder. If a person tries something
harder, then he/she will become addicted to drugs. Hence, if a person tries marijuana, then he/she
will become addicted to drugs.

Explanation / Answer

4) strong inductive argument as chances as very less and it's proved through numbers

3) Deductive argument , valid

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