Inductive vs. Deductive Reasoning

Inductive vs. Deductive Reasoning

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Flashcard

Mathematics

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

CCSS
RI.8.1, HSS.IC.B.3, RI.8.8

+3

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a key characteristic of deductive reasoning?

Back

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

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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

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