Question

In a random sample of 200 students from Northern State University, 150 said that they own an Therefore, probably at least 50% of the students at Northern State own an iPod.
a. False cause.
b. Missing the point.
c. Hasty generalization.
d. No fallacy.
e. Composition.

Answer 1

Answer:

No fallacy

Explanation:

The statement that at least  50% of the students at Northern State own an iPod is best categorized as no fallacy.

This statement is very true and consistent with the facts presented in the passage.

A fallacy is a mistaken belief usually based on biased arguments.

Total number of students sampled = 200

Number of iPod owners = 150

Percentage of iPod owners = $\frac{number of iPod owners}{Number of sample}$ x 100

Percentage of iPod owners = $\frac{150}{200}$ x 100 = 75%

We see that it is consistent to say that at least, 50% of the students in the sample are iPod owners.