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If the increase in the price of yams is used to estimate the inflation rate, this is an example of

A.

Deductive reasoning

B.

Inductive reasoning

C.

Normative reasoning

D.

Positive reasoning

Correct answer is B

Inductive reasoning is a method of logical thinking in which you use observations combined with experiential information you already know to arrive at a conclusion.

Inductive reasoning makes broad generalizations from specific observations. From the question, the price of yam (specific observation), is used to make a broad conclusion / generalization (Inflation)