Inductive vs. Deductive Reasoning
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11th Grade
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is Inductive Reasoning?
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Inductive reasoning is a method of reasoning in which a general conclusion is drawn from specific observations or instances. It involves looking for patterns and making generalizations based on those patterns.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is Deductive Reasoning?
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Deductive reasoning is a logical process where a conclusion is reached by applying general principles to specific cases. It starts with a general statement or hypothesis and examines the possibilities to reach a specific, logical conclusion.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Example of Inductive Reasoning: All observed swans are white. What can you conclude?
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You might conclude that all swans are white, even though this may not be true.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Example of Deductive Reasoning: All humans are mortal. Socrates is a human. What can you conclude?
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You can conclude that Socrates is mortal.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a key characteristic of Inductive Reasoning?
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Inductive reasoning often leads to conclusions that are probable but not guaranteed to be true.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a key characteristic of Deductive Reasoning?
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Deductive reasoning leads to conclusions that are logically certain, provided the premises are true.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Inductive Reasoning: Specific to General or General to Specific?
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Inductive reasoning moves from specific observations to broader generalizations.
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