Here's why:
* Inductive reasoning moves from specific observations to broader generalizations.
* Generalizations are statements that apply to a larger group or category based on observations of a smaller sample.
For example:
* Observation: I see five swans, and they are all white.
* Generalization (Inductive Reasoning): All swans are white.
This is an example of a generalization reached through inductive reasoning. However, it's important to remember that generalizations can be flawed, as they are based on limited observations.