Valid and Invalid Generalization

True or False: A valid generalization has evidence or examples to support it.

• True

• False

True or false: A generalization MUST have a clue word.

• True

• False

Is this generalization valid or faulty?

Most boys have short hair.

• Valid

• Faulty

Is this generalization valid or faulty?

All kids love recess.

• Valid

• Faulty

Is this generalization valid or faulty?

No one likes brussel sprouts.

• Valid

• Faulty

Which of the following words signals a valid generalization?

• Many

• Everyone

• Never

• Always

A generalization that is logical and supported by facts and examples is

• Valid

• Faulty

A generalization that can be proven false is

• Valid

• Faulty

Which of the follow words signals a faulty generalization?

• All

• Most

• Several

• Few

Kids should be allowed to have candy in school.

This statement is a

• Fact

• Opinion

• Generalization