Deductive Reasoning correct answers Reasoning in which a conclusion is guaranteed. It begins
by introducing a general guideline or principle, and then, based on that, leads to a clear and
specific conclusion. If the original assertions are true then the conclusion must be true. With this
reasoning we can make observations and expand implications, we cannot make predictions about
the future or otherwise non-observed phenomena.
Inductive Reasoning correct answers This reasoning begins with observations that are specific
and limited in scope and proceeds to a generalized conclusion that is likely, but not certain, in
light of accumulated evidence. Much scientific research is carried out by this reasoning:
gathering evidence, seeking patterns, and forming a hypothesis or theory to explain what is seen.
While this reasoning cannot yield an absolutely certain conclusion, it can actually increase
human knowledge (it is ampliative). It can make predictions about future events or as-yet
unobserved phenomena.
Abductive Reasoning correct answers This reasoning typically begins with an incomplete set of
observations and proceeds to the likeliest possible explanation for the set. "Taking your best
shot"
What type of reasoning is this example:
All dogs have ears, golden retrievers are dogs therefore golden retrievers have ears. correct
answers Deductive Reasoning
What type of reasoning is this example:
All swans we've seen are white, therefore all swans are white. correct answers Inductive
Reasoning
What type of reasoning is this example:
, Sarah goes to a local park every day during her lunch break. Over the course of several weeks,
she notices the following:
-On Monday, she sees that all the birds she observes near the pond are ducks.
-On Tuesday, she again notices that every bird she sees near the pond is a duck.
-On Wednesday and Thursday, the pattern continues—only ducks are present near the pond.
She concludes that all birds that hang out near the pond in this park are ducks. correct answers
Inductive Reasoning
What type of reasoning is this example:
All humans are mortal and Socrates is a human. Therefore Socrates is mortal. correct answers
Deductive Reasoning
What type of reasoning is this example:
There is heavy traffic so there is probably an accident ahead. correct answers Abductive
Reasoning
What type of reasoning is this example:
eStudent has had coughing symptoms, breathing problems, and is generally ill. Therefore,
eStudent is likely COVID-19 positive. correct answers Abductive Reasoning
What type of reasoning is Machine Learning? correct answers Inductive Reasoning
What is Machine Learning? correct answers When we say machines "learn," what we really
mean is that they find a math formula that works well with a certain set of data (the "training
data"). This formula helps the machine produce the right results. And, if we give the machine
new data that's similar to the training data, the formula should still give us the right results. But