Deductive and Inductive Reasoning Quiz

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What is the key difference between inductive and deductive reasoning?

Inductive reasoning applies general rules, while deductive reasoning generalizes from specific cases to general rules
Inductive reasoning generalizes from specific cases to general rules, while deductive reasoning applies general rules to reach a conclusion (correct)
Inductive reasoning is top-down logic, while deductive reasoning is bottom-up logic
Inductive reasoning always leads to a certain conclusion, while deductive reasoning is based on probabilities

Which type of reasoning involves reaching a conclusion based on probabilities?

Analogical reasoning
Inductive reasoning (correct)
Deductive reasoning
Abductive reasoning

What is the nature of the conclusion in deductive reasoning?

Specific
Probable
Certain (correct)
Generalized

How does inductive reasoning differ from deductive reasoning in terms of reaching a conclusion?

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