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Unit 3: Reason and formal logic
Quick questions on Inductive arguments, strength and cogency: QCE Philosophy and Reason
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What is cogency, the inductive cousin of soundness?Show answer
Soundness combines validity with true premises. The inductive parallel is cogency. An inductive argument is cogent when it is strong and its premises are actually true. A cogent argument gives you a genuinely well-supported conclusion.
What are common inductive forms?Show answer
The inductive strand of Unit 3 includes several recurring patterns you will study in their own right:
What is q1?Show answer
Distinguish a strong inductive argument from a valid deductive argument. [3 marks]
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Explain what cogency adds to strength. [2 marks]
What is q3?Show answer
Give an example showing that an inductive argument is defeasible. [3 marks]
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