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2.14 Logical Reasoning
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2.14 Logical Reasoning
Logical reasoning is the process of using structured thinking to reach valid conclusions.
It relies on logic rules and principles to ensure that conclusions follow correctly from given
premises. Logical reasoning is fundamental to:
rogramming P
lgorithm design A
atabase queries D
rtificial intelligence systems A
Logic ensures that a system behaves as expected under different conditions.
2.15 Types of Logical Reasoning
2.15.1 Deductive Reasoning
Deductive reasoning starts with general rules and applies them to specific cases to
reach certain conclusions.
Example (Programming Logic):
Figure 2.4: Programming Logic
2.15.2 Inductive Reasoning
Inductive reasoning involves drawing general conclusions from specific observations.
The conclusion is probable but not guaranteed.
Example (Pattern Recognition):
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