Logic and Reasoning Concepts

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What is the final result when you follow the given mathematical procedure starting with n?

  • 4n + 3
  • 8n + 6
  • 4n (correct)
  • 2n + 3

Which clue indicates that Sarah cannot be the editor?

  • Sarah is the last to get home from work. (correct)
  • Maria gets home after the banker.
  • The dentist and Sarah leave for work at the same time.
  • The banker lives next door to Brian.

Based on the clues, who must be the chef?

  • Brian
  • Sarah (correct)
  • Sean
  • Maria

What can be concluded about Maria's occupation?

<p>She is the editor. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which neighbor is determined to be the banker?

<p>Sean (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'X2' represent when placed in the Editor column of Sarah's row?

<p>Sarah is not the editor. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which clues provide information about Sarah's occupation?

<p>Clue 2 and Clue 3 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

After analyzing all clues, what occupation can be ruled out for Brian?

<p>Banker (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main feature of inductive reasoning?

<p>It reaches a general conclusion from specific examples. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Given the sequence 1, 3, 6, 10, 15, what is the expected next number using inductive reasoning?

<p>21 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What conjecture can be made from the procedure of multiplying a number by 8, adding 6, dividing by 2, and subtracting 3?

<p>The resulting number is four times the original number. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which element is NOT typically associated with inductive reasoning?

<p>Starting with established laws. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did Galileo Galilei utilize inductive reasoning in his studies?

<p>He identified relationships based on specific observations. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these examples illustrates the process of inductive reasoning?

<p>Deriving a formula from several cases. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the list 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, what is the consistent pattern observed?

<p>Each successive number is 3 larger than the previous. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What conclusion can be drawn from the procedure example regarding relationship with original numbers?

<p>It demonstrates a consistent multiplication factor. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which reasoning method is used in the argument about the tree producing plums this year?

<p>Inductive reasoning (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in Polya's Four-Step Problem Solving Strategy?

<p>Understand the problem (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Polya's method, what actions can help in 'Understanding the Problem'?

<p>Restating the problem in your own words (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What conclusion does the contractor make about the home improvement cost?

<p>It will definitely cost more than ₱35,000. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which mathematician is associated with a four-step problem-solving strategy?

<p>George Polya (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a technique for devising a plan according to Polya?

<p>Making an organized list of possibilities (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does deductive reasoning typically involve?

<p>General assumptions leading to a specific case (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is understanding extraneous information important in Polya's strategy?

<p>It may lead to distractions. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to calculate the sum of the first 𝑛 natural numbers?

<p>$\frac{n(n + 1)}{2}$ (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many different orders can a baseball team have if they win two games and lose two games?

<p>6 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a possible order of wins (W) and losses (L) for the team?

<p>WWLW (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first term of the sequence given as 5, 14, 27, 44, 65?

<p>5 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of problems with patterns, which statement accurately defines a sequence?

<p>An ordered list of numbers. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which arrangement starts with two losses in the orders of wins and losses?

<p>LLWW (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Using an organized list approach, what is the first step in determining the different orders of wins and losses?

<p>Choose a consistent starting letter. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a sequence progresses from 5 to 14, what is the difference between the first two terms?

<p>7 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the notation $a_n$ represent in a sequence?

<p>The nth term of a sequence (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If the first term of a sequence is 1 and the common difference is 3, what is the 50th term?

<p>147 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a sequence where the first differences are not all the same, what is often calculated next?

<p>The second differences (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What would the next term be in the sequence 2, 5, 8, 11, 14 if the common difference is consistent?

<p>17 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are the first differences determined in a difference table?

<p>By subtracting consecutive terms (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula for finding the nth term of an arithmetic sequence?

<p>nth term = $d(n - 1) + a$ (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the series 5, 14, 27, 44, 65, what is the purpose of calculating the second differences?

<p>To analyze the consistency of first differences (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If the nth term of a sequence is given as $3n - 2$, what will be the 10th term?

<p>28 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Inductive Reasoning

  • Inductive reasoning: a process of reaching a general conclusion based on specific examples.
  • The conclusion often is called a conjecture, which may not be accurate.
  • Scientists use inductive reasoning by finding patterns among specific observations.
  • Example: Galileo Galilei used inductive reasoning to observe and conclude that the period of a pendulum depends on its length.

Deductive Reasoning

  • Deductive reasoning: deriving a specific conclusion from a general statement.
  • Example: "All home improvements cost more than the estimate, my home improvement is estimated at ₱35,000, therefore my home improvement will cost more than ₱35,000."

Polya’s Four-Step Problem Solving Strategy

  • Understand the problem: This is crucial for effective problem-solving. Ask yourself:
    • Can you rephrase the problem in your own words?
    • Are you aware of similar problems?
    • Is there missing information?
    • Is there unnecessary information?
    • What is the objective?
  • Devise a plan: Plan your approach. Common strategies include:
    • List the known information.
    • Identify needed information.
    • Draw a diagram.
    • Create an organized list of possibilities.
    • Use tables or charts.
  • Carry out the plan: Execute your chosen strategy.
  • Review the solution: Check your answer. Assess if it makes sense, is logical, and addresses the problem's needs.

Terms of a Sequence

  • Term of a sequence: An element in an ordered list of numbers.
  • Example: In the sequence 5, 14, 27, 44, 65, ...
    • 5 is the first term
    • 14 is the second term
    • 27 is the third term
    • 44 is the fourth term
    • 65 is the fifth term
  • nth-Term Formula: An expression that allows you to calculate any term in a sequence without having to work your way up from the previous terms.
    • Variable "n" represents the term number.
    • Example: If the nth-term formula is 3n - 2, you can find the 50th term by substituting 50 for "n."
  • Difference table: A tool to analyze a pattern in a sequence by calculating the differences between consecutive terms.
    • First differences: The differences between consecutive terms.
    • Second differences: The differences between the first differences.
    • Third differences: The differences between the second differences.
    • If the first differences are constant, the sequence has a linear pattern.
    • If the second differences are constant, the sequence has a quadratic pattern.

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