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Structure: Starts with an observation, then seeks the simplest and most likely explanation

Certainty: Provides the best explanation given the available evidence, but not guaranteed

Validity: Based on probability and the best explanation

Example

Observation: The grass is wet.

Possible explanations: It rained, sprinklers were on, dew formed overnight.

Conclusion: It probably rained (assuming this is the most likely explanation).

Reference

Wireless Philosophy - Unit 1: Critical Thinking