Once we formulate a research question and choose a theory, we start the process of moving from the general to the specific. This is called ______.
A) assessing feasability
B) inductive reasoning
C) scientific method
D) deductive reasoning

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Deductive reasoning involves starting with a general theory or hypothesis and then moving towards more specific observations to test the theory. This process is characteristic of the transition from formulating a research question and choosing a theory to developing specific hypotheses or predictions to be tested empirically.

Once We Formulate a Research Question and Choose a Theory