Decide whether each of the following arguments is an acceptable induc- tive gene

Question

Decide whether each of the following arguments is an acceptable induc-
tive generalization or a fallacy. Identify the premisses and the conclu-
sion of each argument. In the case of a fallacy, explain what is wrong.
Discuss what sort of additional background information, if any, is needed.
1. A chemistry student is told to determine the boiling point of copper. The
student tests two very pure samples of copper and finds that each sample has
a boiling point of 2,567° Celsius. The student concludes that this is the boiling of copper.

Explanation / Answer

Answer:

Given argument is acceptable inductive generalization .

Statement 1 and statement 2 are premisses.

Statement 3 is the conclusion because it is supported by premisses.

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