Which of the Following Statements About Science Is Most Accurate

question 94

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about science is most accurate?

• A) Science exclusively utilizes deductive reasoning because it is considered to be stronger than inductive reasoning.
• B) Science rarely utilizes either deductive or inductive reasoning.
• C) Science exclusively utilizes inductive reasoning because it is considered to be stronger than deductive reasoning.
• D) Science may utilize both inductive and deductive reasoning at various points in the scientific process.

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