1. What is deductive reasoning? Please give an example of how you can use this reasoning. 2. What are the ABCs? Find two articles (no wikipedia and no scholarly sources, but anything else in relation to your persuasive speech topic) that pass the ABC test. You must explain what the article is about and why it passes the ABC test. 3. In one paragraph, provide an example of how you will persuade a group of elderly people (age 70+) that modern technology is beneficial to our society.

1. A reasoning based on a number of statements and alternatives

2. the process of testing the reasoning

3. it contributes to the smooth life's processes

Explanation:

Deductive reasoning is premised on the deductive logic. This is based from one or more statements which are then carefully considered to reach a conclusion. For example, if A = E and E = G, then A = G.

The ABCs of deductive reasoning are based on the reasoning of tested facts. The facts should be factually true and correct.

Benefits of technology in life:

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