In testing the validity of the argument in question 6, you would be well advised to

ask

(a) do the grounds reliably point to the conclusion drawn and not some alternative
conclusion?
(b) are sufficient case or instances cited as grounds to ensure the reliability of the
generalization?
(c) how similar are the cases cited and are the similarities cited key factors?
(d) is this truly an either-or situation?


A

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