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True, I replied, I had forgotten; of course they must have a relish—salt, and olives, and cheese, and they will boil roots and herbs such as country people prepare; for a dessert we shall give them figs, and peas, and beans; and they will roast myrtle-berries and acorns at the fire, drinking in moderation. And with such a diet they may be expected to live in peace and health to a good old age, and bequeath a similar life to their children after them.

How does the speaker use inductive reasoning to support the claim that a moderate lifestyle will lead to health and happiness?

He moves from a specific observation about people’s needs to a general conclusion about future generations.
He moves from a general premise about cooking to a specific conclusion about achieving peace in the future.
He moves from a specific pattern in food preparation to a generalization about planning for a celebration.
He moves from a trend in people’s eating habits to a generalization about the role of children.

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The first one is correct.

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Answer: How does the speaker use inductive reasoning to support the claim that a moderate lifestyle will lead to health and happiness?

A-He moves from a specific observation about people’s needs to a general conclusion about future generations.

Step-by-step explanation:

True, I replied, I had forgotten; of course they must have a relish—salt, and olives-example-1
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