2-Inductive & Deductive Methods
Arguments are 2 types-inductive & deductive
Inductive-argument gives probable support to its conclusion
Arguments based upon experience or observation are best expressed inductively.
Example: Dictionary depicts the meaning of word to conclude it. Though it can not be perfect concluding the word meaning.
Though inductive method is criticized due to its probable conclusions, biasness, generalization & hypothesis.(an idea or explanation of something that is based on a few known facts but that has not yet been proved to be true or correct)
The conclusion of inductive method is Probable.
Examples:
-Probable
-Generalization
-Dilemmas
-Predictions
-Analogy (comparison of two things)
Deductive-argument gives logical support to its conclusion
Arguments based upon laws, rules, or other widely accepted principles are best expressed deductively.
The conclusion of deductive method is certain.
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