Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

1. Using many examples to reach a general conclusion would be an example of deductive reasoning. 
2. Deductive reasoning is when you draw a conclusion based on a premise that is generally accepted by the audience. 
3. Using several examples to make a point would be an illustration of deductive reasoning. 
4. A claim is a conclusion of what the persuder would have the listener believe or do that invites proof or evidence. 
5. A speech to convince attempts to get the audience to act on their convictions. 


1. False
2. True
3. False
4. True
5. False

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