Which of the following is false regarding deductive and inductive reasoning?
A)Deductive reasoning involves reasoning from general principles to specific facts or instances.
B)Syllogisms involve deductive reasoning.
C)Inductively based conclusions can be proved,whereas deductively based conclusions cannot be proved.
D)Inductively reasoned arguments can be disproved by even one contrary observation.

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Inductively based conclusions cannot be proved, but they can be supported by a strong body of evidence. Deductive reasoning can lead to conclusions that are certain or logically necessary if the premises are true, but the truth of the premises may not always be known or certain. Option A and B are true, and Option D is also true as one contrary observation can disprove an inductive argument.

Which of the Following Is False Regarding Deductive and Inductive