Imagine this. You're on set for the final day of your indie film shoot, having stretched your budget to the limit. You discover your lead actor has lost their voice, and then your rented camera malfunctions. You decide that the universe is conspiring against you.That’s your inductive reasoning in action—you see a small pattern and draw a wide-ranging (universe-sized) conclusion.But inductive reasoning is more than just you bemoaning Murphy’s Law in action. Inductive reasoning is a strong tool for predicting trends, creating basic conjectures, making decisions, and sometimes jumping to hasty conclusions.So let’s break down what inductive reasoning is, its types, its strengths, and how you can get better at it.What is Inductive Reasoning?Inductive reasoning is a method of logical reasoning (and a soft skill) of drawing generalized conclusions based on specific observations, examples, or patterns. It moves from bottom to top or from particular instances to broader generalizations.Example 1:Observation: On three different shoots, your RED camera shuts down unexpectedly after 45 minutes of continuous recording in direct sunlightConclusion: The camera is overheating due to inadequate ventilation when operating in high-temperature environments.Example 2:Observation: Two of your crew members, who you saw sucking up to your director, got raises.Conclusion: Your boss is generous to suck-ups.Example 3:Observation: My friend and his new wife, who went to the Maldives for their honeymoon, came home a happy couple.Conclusion: The Maldives is a great spot for a vacation.Inductive reasoning is not a one-off concept. It has multiple forms or types, the results of which are...
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