Which of the Following Is an Example of Deductive Reasoning

question 69

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of deductive reasoning?

• A) Living objects are composed of cells.
• B) Atoms make up molecules, which make up cells, which make up tissues.
• C) All objects on Earth will fall down when dropped, and none will ʺfall up.ʺ
• D) If an object exhibits all the characteristics of life, it must be living.

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Definitions:

Positive Statements

Claims that attempt to describe the world as it is.

Normative Statements

Claims that attempt to prescribe how the world should be.

Normative Statements

Claims that express judgments about what ought to be, incorporating opinions and values rather than factual assertions.

Positive Statements

Factual statements about the world that can be tested and validated; they describe "what is" rather than "what ought to be."