CHAPTER I

INDUCTIVE ARGUMENT

I. The Application of Processes of Reasoning to Argumentation 175

II. Inductive Reasoning 176

III. The Application of Inductive Reasoning to Inductive Argument 179

IV. Requirements for an Effective Inductive Argument 182

1. Perfect inductions 182

2. Imperfect inductions 183

A. The number of specific instances supporting the conclusion must be sufficiently large to offset the probability of coincidence 183

B. The class of persons, events, or things about which the induction is made must be reasonably homogeneous 185

C. The specific instances cited in support of the conclusion must be fair examples 186

D. Careful investigation must disclose no exceptions 187

E. The conclusion must be reasonable 188