Which example from technology is most similar to inductive reasoning?

A.

a machine sorting items based on a rule programmed by humans
B.

a robot interacting with a human
C.

a computer using a preprogrammed process to complete a task
D.

a computer making general rules based on experiences and applying those rules to new encounters

Question

Which example from technology is most similar to inductive reasoning?

A.
	
a machine sorting items based on a rule programmed by humans
B.
	
a robot interacting with a human
C.
	
a computer using a preprogrammed process to complete a task
D.
	
a computer making general rules based on experiences and applying those rules to new encounters

tkhunny · Answer

Is one less SURE than the others?

mathgirl321 · Answer

yes

tkhunny · Answer

Which one?  That's likely to be the "inductive" answer.