What is a kind of argument that purports to prove a thesis is defective because it generates an infinite series when such series exists or the thesis lacks justification?

Answer 1

"Infinite Regress: a philosophical kind of argument purporting to show that a thesis is defective because it generates an infinite series when either no such series exists or, were it to exist, the thesis would lack the role( I.E of justification) that it is supposed to play.

The Philosophers way. Chapter 5: How can we know the nature of reality? Philosophers foundations- page 214