Module 1 Lesson 9
Module 1 Lesson 9
Module 1 – Lesson 9
Inductive and Deductive
Reasoning
Edgar M. Adina
Lesson 1: Inductive and Deductive Reasoning
Problem solving entails inferring from previous
occurrences of similar circumstances with emphasis on
identifying patterns that can suggest possible solutions.
Inference may be obtained by using either the inductive
process or the deductive process.
Intended Learning Outcomes: At the end of the section, students
should be able to:
1. distinguish inductive reasoning from deductive
reasoning;
2. give examples of inductive and deductive processes of
inference; and
3. use either the inductive reasoning or deductive
reasoning to solve practical problems.
Introduction
General Theory on
Principles Centrifugal and
Centripetal Force
Deductive
Deductive
Water
Specific Cases to
Electricity
Inductive and Deductive Reasoning
Law of Conservation
General of Energy
Principles
Deductive
In Billiard/Pool:
Specific Cases The energy exerted
on the cue ball
causes all the other
balls to move
Inductive and Deductive Reasoning
Inductive
Characteristic of General
Population Principles
Inductive
Theory Theory
Hypothesis Hypothesis
Observation Pattern
Confirmation Observation
Example
• Deductive Approach
The sum of two odd integers is an even number.
𝑚 and 𝑛 are odd numbers.
So, 𝑚 + 𝑛 is even.
• Inductive Approach
3 and 5 are odd and 3 + 5 = 8 is even
7 and 11 are odd and 7 + 11 = 18 is even
Therefore, the sum of two odd numbers is even.
Example: Deductive Reasoning
Try verifying this: What is the final result of the operations if your
age is 12 years?
Example: Inductive Reasoning
Consider the following series of operations: Multiply your age by 8,
add 6 to the result, then divide the sum by 2, and finally subtract 3
from the quotient. Note that the series of operations simply
corresponds to getting 4 times your age.
Try verifying this: What is the final result of the operations if your
age is 35 years?
Example: Inductive Reasoning
Consider the following series of operations: Multiply your age by 8,
add 6 to the result, then divide the sum by 2, and finally subtract 3
from the quotient. Note that the series of operations simply
corresponds to getting 4 times your age.
Try verifying this: What is the final result of the operations if your
age is any arbitrary age, say 𝑥 years?
Historical Example