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    Deductive reasoning is a factual argument or premise—a deductive method in which facts and research prove a specific point. Furthermore, some deductive arguments formulated categorically as a syllogism; the argument must have a true premise, logically valid, and the conclusion that is true. However, if the argument or premise is untrue, then the conclusion is not true. Inductive reasoning refers to specific reasons and makes a broader generalization about the observations. The observations may possibly

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    In fact, inductive reasoning usually comes much more naturally to us than deductive reasoning. Deductive reasoning that is based on a general statement of fact is hard to argue with. When using this method, you begin with a factual statement that describes a class of things, such as animals. "In deductive inference, we hold a theory and based on it we make a prediction of its consequences. That is, we predict what the observations should be if the

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    Inductive Reasoning Example-Inductive Reasoning is defined as an argument whose reasons lead to probable conclusion. Inductive arguments typically move from specific observations to general claim. Trumps Inductive argument was If don’t support Donald Trump, then you are supporting Hillary Clinton. By default, they are the only candidates for presidents so if don’t support Donald Trump you are supporting Hillary Clinton. 2. Hillary Clinton Inductive Reasoning Example- Inductive Reasoning is defined

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    adolescents reach this stage of development, they develop the capacity to think abstractly about concepts and reason more logically about multiple complex issues. With the onset of this stage, new skills emerge such as hypothetical deductive reasoning. Hypothetical deductive reasoning is a key characteristic that makes teens so good at arguing and debating with others. It is because of this specific skill that adolescents can develop an answer and defend, debate, and logically explain that answer. To demonstrate

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    Deductive Reasoning

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    Deductive Reasoning In order to fully understand deductive reasoning, there are certain points to be noted. First, what is the nature of deductive reasoning? Logical strength is defined as the property of an argument whose premises, if true provide support for its conclusion. Deductive and inductive arguments are also distinguished based on the point that logical strength is a matter of degree. This distinction makes it necessary to understand the nature of deductive reasoning. Therefore, deductive

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    Since all three had an adverse reaction to me, I used deductive reasoning. Being so easily rejected, they appeared to be physically put off by my asking them for coffee. This reasoning led me to one simple conclusion, which was to ask myself if I had a right to ask any woman out, if I could cause such an adverse reaction. A woman once told me I looked too serious when interacting with her. I still do not know what she meant by that. It appeared I had been Sheldon Cooper long before Jim Parsons played

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    Deductive and inductive reasoning A deductive argument tends to work from the generalized to the more specific. It often referred to as a top-down approach informally. The conclusions that are made in deductive argument follow logically from the facts that are available. A deductive approach can be taken on the statement traditional publishing has been rendered unnecessary by the rise of digital publication. Electrical publishing which is also referred to as ePublishing or digital publishing

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    Deductive Reasoning Case

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    Using deductive reasoning to go over this case I found it difficult to come to just one logical conclusion with so many general statements by these suspects. I first took notes about the case; including and highlighting the differences in each suspect’s story which I then used to formulate my theory. After carefully reviewing this case I feel that Melissa Baker is suspect number one in this case. Not only did Melissa act too calmly when she was giving her statements, a calmness that seems questionable

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    The inductive and deductive reasoning seems dissimilar to each other from all accounts. Inductive reasoning involves a scientist using series of correlated observations to reach or infer a conclusion while deductive reasoning involves predicting a specific result by following existing laws and general concepts that support a conclusion (OpenStax College, & Rice University, 2013). So, considering the definition of inductive reasoning and the definition of deductive reasoning and their mode of operations

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    Additionally, deductive reasoning is where general principles guide individuals as they analyze specific situations. I was able to utilize my deductive reasoning skills when I noticed a dip in a specific industries advertising levels. I was able to deduce the reason and take action to regain a portion of that business. I have also discovered a few weaknesses through the assessments. I get bored fast and act impulsively. I have learned through the Myers Brigg assessment that the likely reason for

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