The correct answer is D. He uses deductive reasoning because he introduces a conclusion and proves it with evidence.
Deductive reasoning starts out with a general statement and examines what makes the statement true. Machiavelli began by stating "it is much safer to be feared than loved..." followed by examples of how Hannibal used fear to become a respected leader.
Eliezer's confidence is a result of his examinations in Jewish mystery, which show him that God is wherever on the planet, that nothing exists without God, that in actuality everything in the physical world is a "spread," or reflection, of the awesome world. At the end of the day, Eliezer has grown up trusting that everything on Earth mirrors God's sacredness and power. His confidence is grounded in the possibility that God is all around, constantly, that his heavenliness touches each part of his day by day life. Since God is great, his investigations show him, and God is wherever on the planet, the world should accordingly be great.
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