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Which statement best describes why this excerpt contains an example of deductive reasoning?

A. It contains specific details that support a variety of different ideas.
B. It begins with broad statements and ends with more specific ones.
C. It uses clear examples that are easily understood by all readers.
D. It starts with a very simple idea and builds to a much grander idea.



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Final answer:

The passage demonstrates deductive reasoning by starting with a general principle from the Declaration of Independence and applying it to the specific case of racial segregation.


Explanation:

The passage contains an example of deductive reasoning as it starts with a general principle from the Declaration of Independence that all people are created equal and then applies it to the specific case of racial segregation.

This passage illustrates how deductive reasoning works by utilizing a major premise (general principle) and a minor premise (specific example) to reach a conclusion.

In this case, King uses the Declaration of Independence as a foundation to argue for equal treatment of all races under the law, showcasing the power of deductive reasoning.


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