Which of the following statements is most clearly inductively derived? (eText Concept 1.3)

a. If the animals observed require organic molecules as nutrients, then it can be concluded that all animals require organic molecules as nutrients.

b. If all flying animals are birds, then it can be concluded that bats are birds.

c. Because worms lack bones, they are classified as invertebrates.

d. A paramecium moves by means of the rhythmic motion of its cilia.

e. An elephant is warm-blooded because it is a mammal

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Amy Miller

4 May, 19:18

Which of the following statements is most clearly inductively derived? (eText Concept 1.3)

a. If the animals observed require organic molecules as nutrients, then it can be concluded that all animals require organic molecules as nutrients.

b. If all flying animals are birds, then it can be concluded that bats are birds.

c. Because worms lack bones, they are classified as invertebrates.

d. A paramecium moves by means of the rhythmic motion of its cilia.

e. An elephant is warm-blooded because it is a mammal

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Arthur · Answer 1

The correct answer is option - A.

Explanation:

The inductive reasoning is an approach or method that is based on the supplying evidence for proving the conclusion as true. Or in their words, inductive reasoning is an approach in which specific statements to a generalized conclusion.

The statement of option "a" provides a piece of evidence and on the base of evidence derived a conclusion.

Thus, the correct answer is option - A.