Question

A scientists observes several fossils in a river bed. Based on these observations, she concludes that invertebrates once dominated that ecosystem. This is an example of inductive reasoning.

True

False

Answer 1

True

Step-by-step explanation:

Inductive reasoning is a method of reasoning in which conclusion are drawn on the premise of the evidence supplied. The evidence are the tools from which conclusions are drawn but not full assurance, of the truth of the conclusion.

It could also involve the individual's experiences and observations together with what are learned from others, this together help synthesize the general truth.

The fossil serves as evidence on which the scientist based her conclusions.

Answer 2

False

Step-by-step explanation:

It is false because inductive reasoning is a reasoning that is not based on observations but it is based on hear say,i.e what people say, what is read or news read e.t.. Therefore it is not observed. But the above us deductive reasoning because this is based on observations, theories e.t.c. it is based on what is seen or observed.