2. Get ready

Read the following statements, looking for the inductive reasoning fallacy each uses.

1. I spoke to the new Quest tour assistant in Italy, and she seemed rather disorganized. I think all of Quests overseas staff are disorganized.

2. The new tour assistant in Italy has poor time management and customer management skills. Clearly, all of her professional skills are poor.

3. Successful tour assistants in other countries drive scooters. If the new tour assistant in Italy wants to be successful, she should drive a scooter.

4. When sales of ice cream go up, the new tour assistant in Italy orders additional brochures.

3. Now you try it

In the following space, identify the inductive reasoning fallacy in each statement. Briefly describe how you would change the argument to overcome the fallacy.