Which among the following is NOT a common pattern of Deductive Reasoning?

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Which among the following is NOT a common pattern of Deductive Reasoning?

  1. A.

    Hypothetical Syllogism

  2. B.

    Categorical Syllogism

  3. C.

    Argument from Definition

  4. D.

    Predictive Argument

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Correct answer: D

Deductive reasoning ensures conclusions necessarily follow from premises. Common patterns include Hypothetical Syllogism, Categorical Syllogism, and Argument from Definition. Predictive Arguments rely on past patterns to infer future events, which characterizes inductive reasoning rather than deductive certainty. Therefore, Predictive Arguments are not a pattern of Deductive Reasoning.

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