Analyzing Rhetorical Techniques in Machiavelli’s The Prince

Question 1 of 6 • Summer School 26: Literature & Composition II

Which statement correctly identifies and explains the reasoning used in the sample argument?Socrates is a man. All men are mortal. Socrates is mortal.

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It uses inductive reasoning, because it begins with a general conclusion and is followed by evidence.

It uses inductive reasoning, because it begins with evidence and then forms a general conclusion.

It uses deductive reasoning, because it starts with a general conclusion to prove something true.

It uses deductive reasoning, because it starts with evidence and is followed by a general conclusion.

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Question 1 of 6 • Summer School 26: Literature & Composition II

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It uses inductive reasoning, because it begins with a general conclusion and is followed by evidence.

It uses inductive reasoning, because it begins with evidence and then forms a general conclusion.

It uses deductive reasoning, because it starts with a general conclusion to prove something true.

It uses deductive reasoning, because it starts with evidence and is followed by a general conclusion.

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