Explain the difference between deductive and inductive arguments
and further give three inference rules (e.g., Modus,...
Explain the difference between deductive and inductive arguments
and further give three inference rules (e.g., Modus, Ponens),
illustrating them with examples.
WEEK #6: VALIDITY, STRENGTH, AND
DETERMINING WHETHER ARGUMENTS ARE INDUCTIVE OR
DEDUCTIVE
ASSIGNMENT 1:
A. Determine whether the following deductive arguments
are valid or invalid.
1. New York City is either in the U.S.A. or France. But it's not
in France. It follows that New York City is in France.
2. If the moon is made of green snot, then there are boogers on
the moon. The moon is made of green snot; therefore, there are
boogers on the moon....
Construct your own valid DEDUCTIVE arguments by applying the
FIVE argument forms (rules) on the worksheet
below. You will need to insert your own example for each
rule, following the form of the argument. A TRANSLATION KEY
MUST BE PROVIDED FOR EACH EXERCISE (see above for an
example).
FORMS/RULES:
Modus Ponens
1) If p, then q.
2) p.
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3) Thus, q.
Modus Tollens
1) If p, then q.
2) Not q.
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3) Thus, not p.
Hypothetical Syllogism
1)...
Discuss some of the differences between causal arguments and
both inductive generalizations and analogous arguments. Also
discuss the difference between making a causal argument and
establishing true causation, if there is any. Can you provide an
example?
Explain inductive arguments and their importance to the field of
science.Next, demonstrate the problem of induction as presented by
David Hume.This must include a discussion of the principle of the
uniformity of nature.Why is this problematic for the field of
science?Can science overcome this problem Why or why not?
Give three arguments for and three arguments against the
maximization of consumer welfare instead of the maximization of
total welfare as the main objective of competition policy
Explain the difference between the Pareto criterion and the
compensation principle as rules for deciding whether a particular
policy change is in the public interest.