Question

Jefferson’s use of four premises followed by a conclusion in the preamble is an example of

Answer 1

answer:  deductive reasoning

Answer 2

Answer:

Deductive reasoning.

Explanation:

Deductive reasoning is a process that yields a conclusion based on a set of premises assumed to be true - meaning they are taken as facts. More specifically, deductive reasoning proceeds from general premises to a specific conclusion.

It is evidenced that Jefferson assumes truth in his premises with his initial statement in the preamble: "We hold these truths to be self-evident,".