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Example- Russel's Teapot
That is, the argument is based on the ''presumption'' that there is no valid reason, beyond widespread belief, to believe that the teapot exists.
That is, the argument is based on the ''presumption'' that there is no valid reason, beyond widespread belief, to believe that the teapot exists.
But if the validity of those ancient books could be established, there is indeed reason to believe that the teapot exists, and thus the presumption in the argument is false.
But if the validity of those ancient books could be established, there is indeed reason to believe that the teapot exists, and thus the presumption in the argument is false.
===Examples=
Charles Darwin postulated that species adapt over time to the environment around them. Since Darwin makes the claim, the burden of proof rests on his shoulders. However, supporters of Darwin often claim that evolution is correct because it is unfalsifiable.
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