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Sarah has always been on time every time I meet her for dinner. Therefore, she will be on time tonight when we meet for dinner. Is the argument above inductive or deductive? Why? A. It is deductive because it is based on a principle or rule. B. It is deductive because it is based on personal experience. C. It is inductive because it is based on a principle or rule. D. It is inductive because it is based on personal experience.

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Sarah has always been on time every time I meet her for dinner. Therefore, she will be on time tonight when we meet for dinner. The argument above is inductive because D) it is based on personal experience.
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The argument above would be an example of inductive reasoning, because the theory of Sarah showing up on time in this particular instance has come from observation.
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