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Which type of reasoning starts with a specific observation or a set of observations and then forms general conclusions based on those observations?
Which type of reasoning starts with a specific observation or a set of observations and then forms general conclusions based on those observations?
- Deductive Reasoning
- Neither Deductive nor Inductive Reasoning
- Both Deductive and Inductive Reasoning
- Inductive Reasoning (correct)
Which type of reasoning is typically used in scientific research?
Which type of reasoning is typically used in scientific research?
- Deductive Reasoning
- Neither Deductive nor Inductive Reasoning
- Inductive Reasoning (correct)
- Both Deductive and Inductive Reasoning
Deductive reasoning is most similar to which of the following?
Deductive reasoning is most similar to which of the following?
- Developing a new theory
- Following a recipe
- Solving a math problem (correct)
- Drawing conclusions from a case study
Which of these is NOT an example of Inductive Reasoning?
Which of these is NOT an example of Inductive Reasoning?
Flashcards
Deductive Reasoning
Deductive Reasoning
A type of reasoning that starts with a general idea and moves to a specific conclusion.
Inductive Reasoning
Inductive Reasoning
A type of reasoning that begins with specific examples and concludes with a general statement.
Order of Deductive Reasoning
Order of Deductive Reasoning
The process moves from general to specific.
Purpose of Inductive Reasoning
Purpose of Inductive Reasoning
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Example of Deductive Reasoning
Example of Deductive Reasoning
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Study Notes
Deductive Reasoning
- Starting Point: General idea (thesis)
- Order: General to Particular
- Conclusion: Restate the initial thesis
- Purpose: Persuade from the beginning
- Example Use: Opinion article
Inductive Reasoning
- Starting Point: Specific examples or facts
- Order: Particular to General
- Conclusion: Appears at the end of the text
- Purpose: Guide the reader to the conclusion
- Example Use: Scientific article
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