Why does Hardin use deductive reasoning in this passage?

Please provide the passage you are referring to so I can help you understand why Hardin might use deductive reasoning.

To analyze the reasoning, I will need the context of the passage and the specific arguments made by Hardin.

Once you provide the passage, I can:

* Identify the premises and conclusions in the argument.

* Determine if the argument uses deductive reasoning (moving from general principles to specific conclusions) or inductive reasoning (moving from specific observations to general conclusions).

* Explain why Hardin might have chosen to use deductive reasoning in this particular context.

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