Reasoning - Abductive, Deductive, Inductive

Reasoning - Abductive, Deductive, Inductive

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English

7th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is deductive reasoning?

Back

Deductive reasoning is a logical process where a conclusion is drawn from a set of premises that are generally assumed to be true. If the premises are true, the conclusion must also be true.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Example of deductive reasoning.

Back

All mammals have hearts. A dog is a mammal. Therefore, a dog has a heart.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is inductive reasoning?

Back

Inductive reasoning involves making generalizations based on specific observations or examples. It allows for the possibility that the conclusion may not be true.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Example of inductive reasoning.

Back

The sun has risen in the east every day so far. Therefore, the sun will rise in the east tomorrow.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is abductive reasoning?

Back

Abductive reasoning is a form of logical inference that starts with an observation or set of observations and seeks the simplest and most likely explanation.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Example of abductive reasoning.

Back

The grass is wet. It probably rained last night.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a premise in deductive reasoning?

Back

A premise is a statement or proposition that provides the foundation for a conclusion in deductive reasoning.

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