The logical reasoning and the logic of the reasoning in archaeological research

Abstract

The text uses logical reasoning and the logic of reasoning to establish the relation between the characterization of the research area and the techniques to be used, worked out in laboratories and offices, with the information collected in the field. For this, two small Hydroelectric Plants case studies, in the State of Goiás, are presented. Their field information had provided changes in some methodological procedures and, mainly, in the contextualization involving the cultural vestiges and the characteristics/dynamic of the areas. Some assumptions on the scientific methodology are brought into the discussion, emphasizing the necessity of the researcher knowing different research techniques and, amongst these that one that best fits the project aims.