Question

classify the following statement as either inductive or deductive reasoning. jimmy uses definitions of supplementary angles, linear pairs, and adjacent angles to conclude that two supplementary adjacent angles form a linear pair. abductive reasoning conductive reasoning deductive reasoning inductive reasoning

Explanation:

Deductive reasoning starts with general principles (definitions of supplementary, linear - pair, and adjacent angles) and makes a specific conclusion. Jimmy uses known definitions to reach a conclusion about a specific case of two supplementary adjacent angles forming a linear pair. Inductive reasoning, on the other hand, goes from specific observations to general conclusions. Abductive reasoning is about forming the most likely explanation. Conductive reasoning is not a standard type in this context. Since Jimmy uses definitions to draw a conclusion, it is deductive reasoning.

Answer:

C. Deductive Reasoning