Here is a reasoning problem: If Mary is a psychology major at your college then she must take statistics. Mary graduates from your college without taking statistics. Therefore, Mary is not a psychology major. What kind of problem is this?

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This is a conditional reasoning problem because it involves an if-then statement (If Mary is a psychology major, then she must take statistics) and draws a conclusion based on the conditions not being met (Mary did not take statistics, therefore she is not a psychology major).

Here Is a Reasoning Problem: If Mary Is a Psychology