alleryWhat is a main drawback of deductive reasoning?
AIt is always invalid
BIt needs probabilities
CIt adds no new information
DIt ignores its premises
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. It adds no new information
A deductive conclusion only repeats information already contained in the premises.
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