Which child is demonstrating transductive reasoning?

A. Amy states, "The rain falls out of the sky so I can have a drink of water."
B. Gavin asks "Daddy, did you build that tree in front of our house?"
C. Timotea states, "Stars shine because they are afraid of the dark."
D. Elvin states, "I swim because it is summer."


Answer: D

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