Which analogical argument is stronger?

a. Fire ants are extremely adaptive, so they are most likely difficult to eradicate with
poisons. This is because termites are extremely adaptive, and they are difficult to
eradicate with poisons.
b. Fire ants are extremely adaptive, so they are most likely difficult to eradicate with
poisons. This is because termites, carpenter ants, and dung beetles are extremely
adaptive, and all are difficult to eradicate with poisons.


B

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