Inductive vs. Deductive Reasoning

Front

What is deductive reasoning?

Back

Deductive reasoning is a logical process where a conclusion is drawn from a set of premises that are generally assumed to be true. It starts with a general statement and examines the possibilities to reach a specific, logical conclusion.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Front

What is inductive reasoning?

Back

Inductive reasoning is a logical process where generalizations are made based on specific observations or instances. It involves looking for patterns and making predictions based on those patterns.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Front

Example of deductive reasoning: If all humans are mortal, and Socrates is a human, what can we conclude?

Back

Socrates is mortal.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Front

Example of inductive reasoning: If the sun has risen in the east every day of your life, what can you conclude?

Back

The sun will rise in the east tomorrow.

Front

What is a key characteristic of deductive reasoning?

Back

It provides definitive conclusions that are logically certain if the premises are true.

Front

What is a key characteristic of inductive reasoning?

Back

It provides probable conclusions that may not be certain, as they are based on patterns and observations.

Tags

CCSS.HSS.IC.B.3

Front

In deductive reasoning, what is the role of premises?

Back

Premises serve as the foundational statements that lead to a conclusion.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Front

In inductive reasoning, what is the role of observations?

Back

Observations are used to identify patterns that can lead to general conclusions.

Front

What type of reasoning is used in the statement: 'All birds have feathers. A sparrow is a bird. Therefore, a sparrow has feathers.'?

Back

Deductive reasoning.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Front

What type of reasoning is used in the statement: 'Every time I eat peanuts, I feel sick. Therefore, I must be allergic to peanuts.'?

Back

Inductive reasoning.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1