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Induction
Induction reasons from particular observations up to a general rule. It underpins empirical science but never yields certainty, only probability. The classic worry is that past patterns may not continue.
Examples in context
Science relies heavily on induction from observations.
Science relies heavily on induction from observations.
Induction never guarantees absolute certainty.
Induction never guarantees absolute certainty.
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