What is a major difference between a sound generalization and an
oversimplification?
o
a. a sound generalization makes a less aggressive argument than an
oversimplification
b. a sound generalization considers more factors than an
oversimplification,
o
c. a sound generalization relies on different types of evidence than
an oversimplification,
o
d. a sound generalization uses different types of claims than an
oversimplification,

B. A sound generalization considers more factors than an

oversimplification

Explanation:

Generalization is the expansion of the boundaries of a pattern found in a small piece of reality. Simplification is the omission of details that are not essential to achieve the goal.

When generalizing, concepts of a higher order are introduced while the ‘power’ of description does not drop.

In simplification, exactly what happens is the loss of detail, and nothing more.

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