In 1930 Harry lived at 212 Sycamore Drive. In 1970 Harry lived at 212 Sycamore Drive. In 2010 Harry lived at 212 Sycamore Drive. Therefore, in 2040 Harry will live at 212 Sycamore Drive. This argument is
A) deductive, valid
B) deductive, invalid
C) inductive, strong
D) inductive, weak

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The argument is inductive because it infers a future event based on past occurrences. It is considered weak because living in the same place in the past does not necessarily guarantee that Harry will live there in the future, as many unforeseen circumstances could change his living situation.

In 1930 Harry Lived at 212 Sycamore Drive