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Inductive arguments begin with evidence (specific facts, observations, expert opinion, and so on), draw inferences from the evidence, and reach a conclusion by making an inductive leap. Keep in mind that inductive arguments are only as strong as the link between the evidence and the conclusion, so the stronger this link is, the stronger the argument will be.
Inductive essays frequently have the following structure:
| INTRODUCTION |
Presents the issue States the thesis |
| BODY |
Presents evidence: facts, observations, expert opinion, and so on Draws inferences from the evidence Refutes the arguments against the thesis |
| CONCLUSION |
Brings argument to a close Concluding statement reinforces the thesis |