Module 3 - Principles of Biology: Inductive Reasoning Quiz
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What is the difference between deductive and inductive reasoning?

  • Deductive reasoning predicts specific observations from a general premise, while inductive reasoning draws general conclusions from specific observations.
  • Deductive reasoning uses experimentation to draw general conclusions, while inductive reasoning forms specific observations based on empirical methods.
  • Deductive reasoning draws general conclusions from specific observations, while inductive reasoning predicts specific observations from a general premise. (correct)
  • Deductive reasoning involves forming questions based on observations, while inductive reasoning applies empirical techniques to study living things.

    • Who was the first person to apply empirical techniques and a rudimentary method to study living things?

  • Aristotle (correct)
  • Antonie van Leeuwenhoek
  • Charles Darwin
  • Gregor Mendel

    • How did Aristotle use deductive and inductive reasoning in his study of living things?

  • He used both observation and experimentation in his deductive reasoning.
  • He relied solely on empirical methods to form specific observations.
  • He used deduction to predict specific observations from general premises. (correct)
  • He applied inductive reasoning by drawing general conclusions from specific observations.

    • What is the primary characteristic of deductive reasoning?

    <p>Predicting specific observations from a general premise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is an experiment necessary to test a hypothesis based on deductive reasoning?

    <p>To validate the specific conclusion derived from the general premise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of deductive reasoning, what do the results of an experiment suggest?

    <p>Further experiments to examine different aspects related to the specific conclusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the small ears of the polar bear?

    <p>To reduce heat loss</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do the sharp claws and teeth of the polar bear contribute to their survival?

    <p>To catch and eat prey</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the large feet of the polar bear?

    <p>To help them spread body mass on ice and snow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic of the polar bear helps reduce the risk of snow blindness?

    <p>Small eyes</p> Signup and view all the answers

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