, RCE2601 ASSIGNMENT 2 2026 ANSWERS - DUE DATE 30 JUNE 2026
QUESTION 1
1.1 (Inductive and Deductive Reasoning and Common Logical Fallacies)
1.1.1 After reviewing several research articles, I noticed that studies with larger sample sizes
tend to produce more reliable results; therefore, larger samples are generally better for
research.
Inductive reasoning
1.1.2 All credible research studies are based on evidence. This study is based on evidence.
Therefore, this study is credible.
Deductive reasoning
1.1.3 Most students who practice critical thinking exercises regularly improve their problem-
solving skills, so regular practice likely strengthens critical reasoning abilities.
Inductive reasoning
1.1.4 If an argument contains logical fallacies, then it is weak. This argument contains logical
fallacies. Therefore, this argument is weak.
Deductive reasoning
1.1.5 All valid conclusions must follow from the evidence presented. This conclusion does
not follow from the evidence presented. Therefore, this conclusion is not valid.
Deductive reasoning
1.1.6 In the past three group projects, learners who communicated effectively achieved
higher marks; therefore, effective communication usually contributes to academic success.
Inductive reasoning
QUESTION 1
1.1 (Inductive and Deductive Reasoning and Common Logical Fallacies)
1.1.1 After reviewing several research articles, I noticed that studies with larger sample sizes
tend to produce more reliable results; therefore, larger samples are generally better for
research.
Inductive reasoning
1.1.2 All credible research studies are based on evidence. This study is based on evidence.
Therefore, this study is credible.
Deductive reasoning
1.1.3 Most students who practice critical thinking exercises regularly improve their problem-
solving skills, so regular practice likely strengthens critical reasoning abilities.
Inductive reasoning
1.1.4 If an argument contains logical fallacies, then it is weak. This argument contains logical
fallacies. Therefore, this argument is weak.
Deductive reasoning
1.1.5 All valid conclusions must follow from the evidence presented. This conclusion does
not follow from the evidence presented. Therefore, this conclusion is not valid.
Deductive reasoning
1.1.6 In the past three group projects, learners who communicated effectively achieved
higher marks; therefore, effective communication usually contributes to academic success.
Inductive reasoning