This knowledge is a balanced assessment, since it is based on both deductive or objective and inductive or empathic reasoning. |
The distinction between deductive and inductive validity goes back to Aristotle. |
The detectives-slash-dimwits in charge of the case don't appreciate the finer points of deductive reasoning. |
Yet, it would be nice if there were a deductive way to ensure fruitful collaboration. |
First, modern mathematical methods were to be represented in formal deductive systems. |
Thus for Popper the logic of science is exclusively the deductive logic of empirical refutation. |