Miriam engages in deductive reasoning. which of the following statements is a prerequisite if her conclusions are to be correct? a. the conclusion is corroborated by an independent party. b. her general conclusion from specific evidence is not a causal inference. c. the general statement upon which she bases her specific premise is true. d. her ability to selectively attend to information that supports her general beliefs is logically fallacious.

C.

Explanation:

Deductive Reasoning, is a process of logical reasoning in which one or two statements or premises are stated to reach to the point of logical conclusion. Also, sometimes it is referred to as "top-down" logic. In this type of reasoning conditions and premises are drawn in one direction to reach to a specific conclusion.

If the conclusions that are drawn by Miriam are correct then we can say that the general statements are also true upon which she has based her premises.

So, the correct option of the answer is C.