Determine whether each of the following arguments is a deductive argument or an

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Determine whether each of the following arguments is a deductive argument or an inductive argument. If the argument is a deductive argument, then evaluate the argument for its validity and soundness. If the argument is an inductive argument, then evaluate the argument for its strength and cogency. Use the selection lists menus beneath each argument to indicate your answers.

Argument A

Since most lions are blue with red stripes, it follows that if you pick out a random lion it will most likely be blue with red stripes.

Argument A is , , and .

Argument B

A sample of two grains of sand from the beach revealed that both grains of sand were actually tiny diamonds. Therefore, it must be the case that the entire beach is made up of valuable diamond particles.

Argument B is , , and .

Argument C

Paleontologists now agree that the Tyrannosaurus Rex was actually a peaceful, plant-eating dinosaur. Therefore, it is probably true that the Tyrannosaurus Rex was not a meat-eater.

Argument C is , , and

Explanation / Answer

Answer:

Solution according to each arguments are given below.

1.

Argument A is deductive, valid,and unsound.

2.

Argument c is inductive,weak,and uncogent.

3.

Argument C is inductive,weak and uncogent.

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