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Which one of the following describes the technique of reasoning used above?

Inductive reasoning

The technique of reasoning used in the passage involves drawing a general conclusion based on specific examples or observations. This aligns with inductive reasoning, making it the correct choice. Inductive reasoning involves moving from specific cases to a general conclusion, which is what is demonstrated in the passage. The other options are not applicable in this context: Reductio ad absurdum is a form of argument where a proposition is disproven by following its implications to an absurd conclusion, Hypothetico-deductive reasoning involves forming a hypothesis and then testing its implications to reach a conclusion, and Argumentum ad hominem involves attacking the person presenting an argument rather than addressing the argument itself.

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Reductio ad absurdum

Hypothetico-deductive reasoning

Argumentum ad hominem

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