Chapter 2: Reasoning

Question 1

Inductive Reasoning

Answer 1

Starts with reasoning about a specific situation and then generalizing

These help to form assumptions

Moves from specific to broad

Question 2

Deductive Reasoning

Answer 2

Conclusions drawn on facts, principles, laws, or rules

Starts with information about larger circumstances and then applies to specific knowledge.

Move from broad to specific

Question 3

Analytical Reasoning

Answer 3

Process of interpreting the meaning of information, determining the relationship with the information, and making assumptions about that information.

Usually presented in charts, tables, pictures, or graphs/

Question 4

Inferential Reasoning

Answer 4

Process of drawing conclusions or making logical judgements based on facts, concepts, and evidence rather than direct observation.

Used with determining best course of action.

Question 5

Evaluative Reasoning

Answer 5

Weighing the merits of the argument for validity and value

Helps guide us to make the correct decision