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Which of the following is an example of an inductive reasoning argument?

Inductive reasoning moves from specific observations to a general conclusion, which is what the swan example demonstrates. The conclusion is probable but not gu

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Question: Which of the following is an example of an inductive reasoning argument?

Answer options: ✅ All observed swans are white; therefore, all swans are white.

  • All men are mortal; Socrates is a man; therefore, Socrates is mortal.
  • If it rains, the ground gets wet; it rained; therefore, the ground is wet.
  • Either the car is red or blue; the car is not blue; therefore, the car is red.

Correct answer: All observed swans are white; therefore, all swans are white.

Explanation: Inductive reasoning moves from specific observations to a general conclusion, which is what the swan example demonstrates. The conclusion is probable but not guaranteed.

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