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tag: JSXB8XR7Q8
kind: concept
name: Abduction
sources:
  - wikipedia: en:76765067@r1368301704
    locator: Glossary of logic, section A
    note: adopted
    mention: wikipedia://en/76765067#O6IM
    sections: [Summary]
inventory: [NVKDRFSZ76]
---

## Summary

A form of reasoning characterized by drawing a conclusion based on the best available explanation for a set of premises. Often used in hypothesis formation.