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A logical fallacy consisting of providing one or more examples as a proof of a more general statement.
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Proof by example — (also known as inappropriate generalisation ) is a logical fallacy whereby one or more examples are claimed as proof for a more general statement.This fallacy has the following argument form::I know that x in X has the property P.:Therefore, all… … Wikipedia
proof — The effect of evidence; the establishment of a fact by evidence. New England Newspaper Pub. Co. v. Bonner, C.C.A.Mass., 77 F.2d 915, 916. Any fact or circumstance which leads the mind to the affirmative or negative of any proposition. The… … Black's law dictionary
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Proof — • The establishment of a disputed or controverted matter by lawful means or arguments. Catholic Encyclopedia. Kevin Knight. 2006. Proof Proof … Catholic encyclopedia
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Proof of impossibility — A proof of impossibility, sometimes called a negative proof or negative result , is a proof demonstrating that a particular problem cannot be solved, or cannot be solved in general. Often proofs of impossibility have put to rest decades or… … Wikipedia
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