What rule of inference is used in each of these argu- ments? a) Kangaroos live in Australia and are marsupials. Therefore, kangaroos are marsupials. b) It is either hotter than 100 degrees today or the pollu- tion is dangerous. It is less than 100 degrees outside today. Therefore, the pollution is dangerous. c) Linda is an excellent swimmer. If Linda is an ex- cellent swimmer, then she can work as a lifeguard. Therefore, Linda can work as a lifeguard.

What rule of inference is used in each of these argu- ments? a) Kangaroos live in Australia and are marsupials. Therefore, kangaroos are marsupials. b) It is either hotter than 100 degrees today or the pollu- tion is dangerous. It is less than 100 degrees outside today. Therefore, the pollution is dangerous. c) Linda is an excellent swimmer. If Linda is an ex- cellent swimmer, then she can work as a lifeguard. Therefore, Linda can work as a lifeguard.

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