Based on observations of his own children, Jean Piaget formed a theory about the cognitive development of all children. This is an example of reasoning.

Question

A.
practical

B.
inductive

C.
predictive

D.
deductive

Answer 1

The correct answer is:

B. inductive

Inductive reasoning involves forming general principles or theories based on specific observations or examples. In this case, Piaget observed his own children and developed a broader theory of cognitive development based on those observations.