What is the name for the process of reasoning that uses a familiar and commonly accepted claim to establish the truth of a very specific claim?

a. Inductive reasoning
b. Deductive reasoning
c. Causal reasoning
d. Analogical reasoning


b. Deductive reasoning is the process of reasoning that uses a familiar and
commonly accepted claim to establish the truth of a very specific claim.

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a. A plaintiff must show proof of copying. b. Sometimes expert testimony is allowed, especially in highly technical cases. c. Juries are empowered to play a central role in determining questions of substantial similarity. d. all of these

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The facial feedback hypothesis holds that your facial expressions influence physiological arousal

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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In which of the following activities would an analytical listening style be MOST important?

A) enjoying a concert B) taking notes on a university math lecture C) listening to our supervisor's instructions for using a new software program D) attending a persuasive presentation describing a money-making scheme E) chatting with friends

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"We have only $5000 in our budget. That's not enough to pay for all of our projects. Each department should submit a proposal and we'll select the one that is best." Which style of conflict management does this solution represent?

A) avoidance B) competition C) compromise D) accommodation E) collaboration

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