Inference and Guesswork Are One in the Same?

Using logical fallacies

logical fallacies
In philosophy, a formal fallacy, deductive fallacy, logical fallacy or non sequitur (/ˌnɒn ˈsɛkwɪtər/; Latin for "it does not follow") is a pattern of reasoning rendered invalid by a flaw in its logical structure that can neatly be expressed in a standard logic system, for example propositional logic.
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leads to sound arguments. Inferences can be deductive in nature. Stronger arguments tend to be ones in which multiple premises support the same conclusion. ... Inference and "guess work" are one in the same.

How is argument related to inference?

In logic, an inference is the thinking process from what we think is true (information) to what else we think is true. In logic, an argument consists of statements. One or more of the statements is alleged information (premises) and one statement (the conclusion) is an inference from the alleged information (premises).

How is inference related to logic?

In logic, an inference is a process of deriving logical conclusions from premises known or assumed to be true. The term derives from the Latin term, which means "bring in." An inference is said to be valid if it's based upon sound evidence and the conclusion follows logically from the premises.

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