What is a Generalization?
A broad statement about a subject based on provided information, observations, and experiences.
A Valid Generalization is Build On...
Supporting Facts
Several Examples
Past Experiences
Logic and Reasoning
Examples of Generalizations
| Information | A Valid Generalization |
| Post offices, courts, and city halls are closed on the Fourth of July. | Most government buildings are closed on national holidays. |
| My mom sneezes every time my cat Whiskers comes into the room. | My mother is allergic to cats. |