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Philo 101 Test 1 Flashcards
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- 1What is the difference between an inductively strong argument & an deductively valid argument?An deductively strong argument provides logically conclusive support for its conclusion. An inductively strong argument is when an argument's premises are intended to provide probable, not conclusive, support for its conclusion.
- 2What is subjective relativism?The idea that truth depends on what someone believes.
- 3What is a valid argument?an argument that succeeds in providing decisive logical support
- 4Modus Tollens: valid, invalid, both, or neither?Always Valid
- 5Modus Ponens: valid, invalid, both, or neither?Always Valid
- 6Hypothetical Syllogism: valid, invalid, both, or neither?Always Valid
- 7Denying the Antecedent: valid, invalid, both, or neither?Always Invalid
- 8Affirming the Consequent: valid, invalid, both, or neither?Always Invalid
- 9What is an expert?someone who is knowledgeable in a particular subject area more than others
- 10What is appeal to authority?when someone relies on a bogus expert opinion
- 11Is personal experience reliable?Yes, to a point. It's reasonable to accept the evidence provided by personal experience only if there is not reason to doubt it.
- 12List some common factors that can raise doubts about personal experienceImpairment (stress, injury, distraction, emotional upset, etc.) expectation, & limited abilities in judging probabilities
- 13Name the five types of argumentsModus Tollens, Modus Ponens, Hypothetical Syllogism, Affirming the Consequent, Denying the Antecedent
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