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    Question

    Which of the following statements is an example of

    deductive reasoning?
    A If it's sunny, then the skies will be clear. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Many people enjoy going to the beach when the weather is warm. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C All mammals have a backbone, and dogs are mammals, so dogs have a backbone. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D I feel happy today because the sun is shining brightly Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Explanation:  This is an example of deductive reasoning because it starts with a general statement (all mammals have a backbone) and applies it to a specific case (dogs are mammals, so they have a backbone).

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