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To find: Whether the given conclusion is based on inductive or deductive reasoning.
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Answer to Problem 2CYU
The conclusion is based on inductive reasoning.
Explanation of Solution
Given:
Consider the given conclusion.
Calculation:
Inductive reasoning is reasoning that uses a number of specific examples to arrive at a conclusion.
Deductive reasoning uses facts, rules, definitions or properties to reach logical conclusions from given statements.
The conclusion is based on a pattern of observations.
- Holly’s neighbor mows his lawn on every Saturday.
The conclusion is not based on fact.
Therefore, the conclusion is based on inductive reasoning.
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