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Unit 2, set 3: 2.5B and 2.5C: 1, 3 and 5
1.
The moon is made of green cheese.
Deductive Argument:
Premise: If something is made of green cheese, then it is a dairy product.
Premise: The moon is not a dairy product.
Conclusion: Therefore, the moon is not made of green cheese.
Inductive Argument:
Premise
:
In some cartoons and stories, the moon is depicted as being made of unusual substances like
green cheese.
Premise: These depictions are fictional and not based on information.
Conclusion: It is unlikely that the moon is made of green cheese.
2.
Martha Stewart is a good cook.
Deductive Argument:
Premise: Martha Stewart has published many successful cookbooks.
Premise: Successful cookbooks are typically authored by good cooks.
Conclusion: Therefore, Martha Stewart is a good cook.
Inductive Argument:
Premise: Many people enjoy the recipes and cooking tips provided by Martha Stewart.
Premise: People generally like the cooking of individuals who provide enjoyable recipes.
Conclusion: Martha Stewart is likely a good cook.
3.
It often rains in the Amazon jungle.
Deductive Argument:
Premise: The Amazon jungle is in a region with a tropical rainforest climate.
Premise: Regions with a tropical rainforest climate typically receive significant rainfall.
Conclusion: Therefore, it often rains in the Amazon jungle.
Inductive Argument:
Premise: Rainforests like the Amazon are known for their high levels of precipitation.
Premise: Many travelers and researchers report frequent rain in the Amazon jungle.
Conclusion: It is likely that it often rains in the Amazon jungle.
4.
Most people prefer to eat in the company of other people.
Deductive Argument:
Premise: Most social species, including humans, tend to prefer social interactions.
Premise: Eating with other people is a form of social interaction. Conclusion: Therefore, most people
prefer to eat in the company of other people.
Inductive Argument:
Premise: Surveys and studies have shown that a significant portion of the population prefers dining in
the company of others.
Premise: Social gatherings and group meals are common human practices.
Conclusion: Most people likely prefer to eat in the company of other people.
5.
You should buy a new computer.
Deductive Argument:
Premise 1: Your current computer is outdated and frequently malfunctions.
Premise 2: Upgrading to a new computer would likely improve your computing experience.
Conclusion: Therefore, you should buy a new computer.
Inductive Argument:
Premise 1: Many people report increased efficiency and satisfaction after upgrading to a new computer.
Premise 2: Your current computer is several years old and experiences frequent issues.
Conclusion: It is advisable for you to buy a new computer.
6.
My computer is gray.
Deductive Argument:
Premise: The computer you own is the same one you purchased, which was gray.
Conclusion: Therefore, your computer is gray.
Inductive Argument:
Premise: Based on your description, it is highly likely that your computer is gray.
Conclusion: Your computer is probably gray.
7.
It is 5:42 pm.
Deductive Argument:
Premise: The current time on your clock or device is displaying 5:42 pm.
Conclusion: Therefore, it is 5:42 pm.
Inductive Argument:
Premise: Your clock or device typically shows the correct time.
Conclusion: It is likely that the time is 5:42 pm.
8.
My mother is a hamster.
Deductive Argument:
Premise: If someone's mother is a hamster, then they might be a character from a comedy sketch or
fictional story.
Premise: You are not a character from a comedy sketch or fictional story.
Conclusion: Therefore, your mother is not a hamster.
Inductive Argument:
Premise: People typically do not have mothers who are hamsters; this is not a common or realistic
situation.
Conclusion: It is highly unlikely that your mother is a hamster.
9.
The Atlanta Braves are a good baseball team.
Deductive Argument:
Premise 1: The Atlanta Braves have won multiple Major League Baseball championships.
Premise 2: Successful teams in sports are often considered good teams. Conclusion: Therefore, the
Atlanta Braves are a good baseball team.
Inductive Argument:
Premise 1: The Atlanta Braves have had a history of competitive performance in baseball.
Premise 2: Many fans and analysts regard the Atlanta Braves as a good baseball team. Conclusion: It is
likely that the Atlanta Braves are a good baseball team.
10.
I like Coldplay.
Deductive Argument:
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