Which of the Following Is an Example of Deductive Reasoning

question 56

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of deductive reasoning?

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

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Definitions:

Patient's Room

A designated space in a healthcare facility where a patient is placed to receive care and treatment.

Oxygen Saturation

A measure of the amount of oxygen-carrying hemoglobin in the blood relative to the amount of hemoglobin not carrying oxygen.

Respiratory Rate

The number of breaths taken per minute, a vital sign indicating the breathing rate of an individual.

Capillary Refill

The time taken for color to return to an external capillary bed after pressure is applied; used to assess peripheral blood flow.