deductive reasoning
Definition
Method of reasoning from general to particular, it is employed in deriving general laws or principles from the observed phenomenon. With analogy and inductive reasoning, it constitutes the three basic modes of thinking. Also called deduction.
deductive reasoning is in the Decision Making, Problem Solving, & Strategy and Information & Knowledge Management subjects.
deductive reasoning appears in the definitions of the following terms: inductive reasoning, deduction and analogical reasoning
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