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Which of the following illustrates deductive reasoning?

All men are mortal. George is a man. Therefore, George is mortal.

Lisa leaves for school at 7:00 am and is on time. Lisa assumes she will always be on time if she leaves at 7:00 am.

Jane is a firefighter. All firefighters are friendly. Therefore, Jane is friendly.

All students taught by Mr. Wilson are right handed. Mr. Wilson assumes all students are right handed.

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Answer:

all men are mortal:

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Answer:

A) all men are mortal

Step-by-step explanation:

the others are inductive

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