
inductive vs. deductive reasoning
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6th 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 examples or observations.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is deductive reasoning?
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Deductive reasoning is a method of reasoning from the general to the specific, where a conclusion is based on the premises that are assumed to be true.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Example of inductive reasoning: "The coin I pulled from the bag is a penny. A third coin from the bag is a penny. Therefore, all the coins in the bag are pennies." What type of reasoning is this?
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Inductive reasoning.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Example of deductive reasoning: "All bald men are grandfathers. Harold is bald. Therefore, Harold is a grandfather." What type of reasoning is this?
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Deductive reasoning.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What does it mean to use specific information to make a new theory?
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This is an example of inductive reasoning.
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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 involves making generalizations based on specific instances.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a key characteristic of deductive reasoning?
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Deductive reasoning involves applying general principles to reach a specific conclusion.
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