Determine whether the conclusion is based on inductive or deductive reasoning. Given: If Elan stays up late, he will be tired the next day. Elan is tired. Conclusion: Elan stayed up late.

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Determine whether the conclusion is based on inductive or deductive reasoning.

Given: If Elan stays up late, he will be tired the next day. Elan is tired.
Conclusion: Elan stayed up late.

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