"In the past, most recessions were followed by a period of economic recovery. Since we're now in a recession, we can expect that there will soon be a recovery" is an example of Question 2 options:

A) enumerative induction
B) statistical syllogism
C) causal argument
D) analogy


Answer: B) statistical syllogism

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What will be an ideal response?

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One objection to the design argument comes from the theory of evolution

a. True b. False

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Causal assertions can be conclusions of arguments

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Metaphysics deals with which of the following questions?

A) What is beauty? B) What is truly real? C) What is truth? D) What is morally good?

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