Deductive reasoning is from the general to the specific true or false

True, deductive reasoning is when one uses general reasoning that supports a specific conclusion. Inductive reasoning, contrary to deductive reasoning, is when one draws a general conclusion from specific reasoning.

an ion is a charged atom or molecule. it is charged because the number of electrons do not equal the number of protons in the atom or molecule. an atom can acquire a positive charge or a negative charge depending on whether the number of electrons in an atom is greater or less then the number of protons in the atom.

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