If the increase in the price of yams is used to estimate the inflation rate, this is an example of

  • A deductive reasoning
  • B inductive reasoning
  • C normative reasoning
  • D positive reasoning

The correct answer is B. inductive reasoning

Inductive reasoning is a method of logical thinking in which you use observations combined with experiential information you already know to arrive at a conclusion.

Inductive reasoning makes broad generalizations from specific observations. From the question, the price of yam (specific observation), is used to make a broad conclusion / generalization (Inflation)

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