Which of the Following Is an Example of Hypothetical-Deductive Reasoning

question 41

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of hypothetical-deductive reasoning?

• A)Andrew draws his family tree and is able to understand that his mother is also a daughter,a sister,and a wife at the same time.
• B)Paula solves an algebraic problem by making plans to solve the problem and systematically testing each solution.
• C)Ann resolves a fight with her friend by offering a compromise,an approach that had always worked in the past.
• D)Viola learns how to play the piano by observing her mother closely while she plays the instrument,and then practicing by herself.

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Definitions:

Encoding

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