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If it works in china, it must also work in india

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Original Question
If something works in one place, it must also work in the other. That is, it assumes transferability. For example, if mcdonalds is popular in usa it must also be as popular in the philippines

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It all depends on the "it." If "it" were gravity, the statement would be factually correct. If "it" were something like local cell service, then it would be factually incorrect. No fallacies here, just matters of fact.
What is "it"? Helium in balloons?
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