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What is the difference between generalization and overgeneralization?
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Generalization refers to an assertion that claims something to be true either of all members of a certain class, race, group or community. It fails to consider that there are exceptions to the norm.
Overgeneralization is the same but adds exaggeration and incorrect usage of the English language.
Examples: Generalization sentence: All Californians are surfers and beach goers. (Not all Californians are surfers or are able to go to a beach.)
Over-generalization sentences: In the past the Islamic Muslims have actually said this sentence, "Americans are all evil people running around with guns and killing and sinning sexually too." (Do you see how exaggerated that is?)
Kids often overgeneralize. I love this one. "My daddy is a pilot. He goes to the moon ever week while I am in school. He even flies the president. He is the best pilot in the world."
Exaggeration and generalization. He is a pilot. He flies during the week in airlines planes but not to the moon. The kid is dreaming if he thinks his dad flies the president around. He is probably a very good pilot considering he is a commercial airlines pilot and that is a very hard job to attain.
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What is the difference between a concept and a generalization?
a concept does not expresses a complete thought while generalization expresses a complete thought
How can you show a generalization is correct?
No. A generalization cannot be proved correct. Even this generalization about a generalization could be incorrect. Anywho, and generalization could never be proven correct.
What is a generalization in reading?
what is a generalization in reading
What is generalization?
*A generalization is a statement about several things or people *clue words to identify generalization * Valid generalization: fact support or prove and (true) generalization *clue words in a sentence to make a generalization: never,all,sometimes,most,always,none,everybody,everone,society,some,almost,only,empty *Faulty generalization: (not true) generalization (can not) be proven or supported with a fact.
What is a generalization-?
Generalization can be defined as a broad statement that is applicable to a group of people.
How to summarize the difference between a hasty generalization and a valid generalization?
A faulty generalization is a statement that's not true while a valid generalization is a true statement.
What is a major difference between a sound generalization and an oversimplification?
a sound generalization considers more factors than an oversimplification
What is a major difference between a sound generalization in an oversimplification?
A sound generalization considers more factors than an oversimplification.
What is the difference between Aggregation and Generalization?
Aggregation is a group of varied things or a mass made up of distinct parts. Generalization is a group of similar things, but not identical things.
What is the difference between inference and generalization?
An inference is a logical conclusion based on observations. A generalization is a logical conclusion based on many observations and data. The difference between the two is that inferences deal with specifics pertaining to the experiment being worked on, while generalizations are more "general" and apply more to the idea than the specific experiment.
What is the difference between a concept and a generalization?
a concept does not expresses a complete thought while generalization expresses a complete thought
What is an example sentence using the word overgeneralization?
The sentence 'All dogs will bite when teased.' is an overgeneralization and dangerous to many dogs. We must take care when speak; overgeneralization can be used against the party, as well as for the party.
What is poor logic?
Overgeneralization (A+)
What is an over-generalization that obscures cultural difference within a group?
ethnic gloss
What is the generalization between a square and a hexagon and a octagon?
They are all shapes.
What generalization can you make between a hexagon a pentagon and a square?
They are all polygons !
What is the difference between standard and principle?
A principle is a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used on a basis for reasoning or conduct. A standard is a basis for comparison; a reference point against which other things can be evaluated.
