Question

a paragraph proof
○ uses inductive reasoning to prove a statement.
○ contains a table with a logical series of statements and reasons.
○ uses a visual chart of the logical flow of steps needed to reach a conclusion.
○ contains a set of sentences explaining the steps needed to reach a conclusion.

Explanation:

• Option 1: Paragraph proofs use deductive, not inductive, reasoning. Eliminate.
• Option 2: A table with statements and reasons is a two - column proof, not a paragraph proof. Eliminate.
• Option 3: A visual chart for logical flow is a flow - chart proof, not a paragraph proof. Eliminate.
• Option 4: A paragraph proof is a set of sentences that explain the steps to reach a conclusion, which matches this description.

Answer:

D. contains a set of sentences explaining the steps needed to reach a conclusion.