Arguments

Arguments

1. Deductive

   • Argument that the arguer claims to be deductively valid, that is, to provide a guarantee of the truth of the conclusion as long as the premises of the argument are true.
     • Ejemplo

2. Inductive

   • An argument that the arguer claims is strong enough that, if the premises were true, the conclusion would be unlikely to be false.
     • Example
       • Today, John said he likes Romona. So, John likes Romona today. but its strength is changed radically when we add this premise: John told Felipé today that he didn’t really like Romona.
       • It’s sunny in Singapore. If it’s sunny in Singapore, then he won’t be carrying an umbrella. So, he won’t be carrying an umbrella.