Inductive Reasoning Flashcards
What is inductive reasoning?
Reasoning in which the premises are viewed as supplying evidence for the truth of the conclusion
Define error margin
The range of random variation of a sample proportion across multiple random samples
Define statistically significant
From a statistical point of view, probably not due to chance
What are causal statements?
State the cause of something
What is a causal hypotheses?
A causal statement or a tentative claim that is offered for further investigation or testing
What is “paired unusual events” principle?
If something unusual happens, look for something else unusual that happens. It may be the cause
What is the “common variable” principle?
A variable common to multiple occurrences of something may be related to its causally
What is “co-variation” principle?
If a variation in one phenomenon is accompanied by a variation in another, the two phenomena may be related casually
How do you confirm a causal hypotheses?
You try to show that, but for suspected cause, the effect of interest would not have happened
