Question

For each of the following argument, indicate whether it is valid or invalid, strong or weak.?

Answer 1

Answer:

1. Invalid and weak

2. Invalid and strong.

Explanation:

The first argument does not present statements that support and justify it and for that reason, we can consider it a weak argument. In addition, the conclusion of the argument is not consistent with its premise, presenting a fallacy and causing wrong reasoning, which shows that the argument is invalid.

Similarly, the second argument has a conclusion that contradicts the information shown above, which invalidates the argument. However, the argument presents additional information that can support and justify it, for this reason, we can consider it a strong argument.