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Premise
a true statement, which an argument may be based.
2 different types of ways of reasoning and structuring an argument
Induction and deduction
Induction
Latin, comes from the word “inducere”
One begins with specific observations and then moves to general conclusions and theories.
What is induction also known as?
“bottom up approach”
Observations example
Regular exercise improves mood
Theory example
Regular exercise contributes to better health.
what does OPHT stand for
Observation. Pattern. Hypothesis. Theory.
Deduction
Latin- from the word “deducere”
One reaches a conclusion by starting with a general principle or universal truth and applying it to a specific case
Deductive reasoning is also known as?
“top-down approach”
major premise
general principal or universal truth
Exercise contributes to better health
minor premise
specific case
yoga is a type of exercise
How is deductive reasoning structured
syllogism
what is syllogism
a logical structure that uses major and minor premises to reach a conclusion.
what is THOC
Theory. Hypothesis.
Observation.
Confirmation of Theory
Author of piece
Brent Staples
