Determine whether the type of reasoning used is inductive or deductive reasoning.
Victor has already lost 3 cameras. He didn't spend a lot of money on his newest camera because he
Knows he'll eventually lose that one too.
A)inductive reasoning
B)deductive reasoning

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This is an example of inductive reasoning as it uses specific observations (Victor losing 3 cameras) to make a generalization (he knows he'll eventually lose his newest camera). This is an example of inductive reasoning because the conclusion is based on a pattern observed from specific instances (Victor losing his cameras) and then applied to a generalization (he will eventually lose his newest camera).

Determine Whether the Type of Reasoning Used Is Inductive or Deductive