Question #6434291Single Choice

Geometry

Question

Which of the following statements is an example of inductive reasoning rather than deductive reasoning?

Options

A
    All right angles measure 90°. Angle A is a right angle. Therefore, Angle A measures 90°.
B
    A scientist notices that every time she tests a metal, it expands when heated. She concludes that all metals expand when heated.
C
    If a shape is a rectangle, then it has four right angles. Shape ABCD is a rectangle. Therefore, it has four right angles.
D
    If a triangle is equilateral, then it has three equal angles. Triangle XYZ is equilateral. Therefore, it has three equal angles.

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