Question

a paragraph proof
○ uses inductive reasoning to prove a statement.
○ contains a table with a logical series of statements and reasons.
○ uses a visual chart of the logical flow of steps needed to reach a conclusion.
○ contains a set of sentences explaining the steps needed to reach a conclusion.

Explanation:

1. Analyze the first option: Inductive reasoning is used to make generalizations from specific cases, not typically for paragraph proofs which aim for deductive reasoning to prove a statement. So this is incorrect.
2. Analyze the second option: A table with statements and reasons is a two - column proof, not a paragraph proof. So this is incorrect.
3. Analyze the third option: A visual chart of the logical flow is a flow - chart proof, not a paragraph proof. So this is incorrect.
4. Analyze the fourth option: A paragraph proof is indeed a set of sentences that explain the steps (including the logical reasoning and justifications) needed to reach a conclusion.

Answer:

D. contains a set of sentences explaining the steps needed to reach a conclusion.