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Definition:
An inductive argument is one in which the premises are supposed to support the conclusion in such a way
that if the premises are true, it is improbable that the conclusion would
be false. Thus, the conclusion follows probably from the premises and inferences.
Here is an example:
1. Socrates was Greek. (premise)
2. Most Greeks eat fish. (premise)
3. Socrates probably ate fish. (conclusion)
Inductive arguments follow the method of reasoning known as induction, which involves developing, by inference, some general law or principle from particular cases and instances.
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