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An argument where the conclusion necessarily follows from the premises. If the premises are true, the conclusion must be true.

An argument where the conclusion is likely but not guaranteed to follow from the premises. Strong premises lead to a more probable conclusion.

An argument where the conclusion is an inference to the best explanation for the premises. It aims at being the most plausible conclusion.

A type of inductive argument where a conclusion is drawn based on the similarities between two or more things.

A valid form of deductive argument with the structure: If P, then Q. P is true. Therefore, Q is true.

A valid form of deductive argument with the structure: If P, then Q. Q is not true. Therefore, P is not true.

A valid form of deductive argument with the structure: If P, then Q. If Q, then R. Therefore, if P, then R.

A valid form of deductive argument which typically has the structure: Either P or Q is true. P is not true. Therefore, Q is true.

An argument that commits the logical fallacy of assuming what it is attempting to prove. The conclusion is used as a premise.

An argument that seeks to demonstrate a relationship between a cause and its effect. It's often used in scientific and philosophical debates.

An argument directed at the person rather than the position they are maintaining. It's a logical fallacy where the argument attacks the individual instead of the argument.