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Which statement is an example of a deductive argument?

Deductive arguments move from general premises to a specific, logically certain conclusion. If the premises are true, the conclusion must be true.

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Question: Which statement is an example of a deductive argument?

Answer options:

  • Every cat I've seen has whiskers, so all cats have whiskers.
  • The sun has risen every day; therefore, it will rise tomorrow. ✅ All squares have four equal sides; this shape is a square; therefore, it has four equal sides.
  • It rained on Tuesday and Wednesday, so it will probably rain on Thursday.

Correct answer: All squares have four equal sides; this shape is a square; therefore, it has four equal sides.

Explanation: Deductive arguments move from general premises to a specific, logically certain conclusion. If the premises are true, the conclusion must be true.

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