Chapter 1, Level 1 Self-Quiz: E

. Is the following argument best classified as deductive or inductive?

All fires need oxygen. There is no oxygen in that room. So there is no fire in that room.

. Is the following argument best classified as deductive or inductive?

All elements with atomic weights greater than 64 are metals. Z is an element with an atomic weight of 79. Therefore, Z is a metal.

. Is the following argument best classified as deductive or inductive?

Anyone over 21 years of age can legally play the slot machines in Las Vegas. Sam is 33 years old. Sam can legally play the slot machines in Las Vegas.

. Is the following argument best classified as deductive or inductive?

Most Doberman dogs bark a lot. My cousin just got a Doberman dog. Therefore, my cousin's Doberman dog will probably bark a lot.

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