This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer
« previous next »

Author Question: Which of the following is a modus ponens argument? a. If you are happy, then you smile. You are ... (Read 78 times)

jho37

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 531
on: Jun 20, 2018
Which of the following is a modus ponens argument?
 
  a. If you are happy, then you smile. You are happy. Therefore, you smile.
 b. If thieves are skilled, they do not bungle their robberies. Thieves are not skilled. Therefore, they bungle their robberies.
  c. If you are happy, then you smile. You are not happy. Therefore, you do not smile.
 d. If thieves are skilled, then they do not bungle their robberies. Thieves do not bungle their robberies. Therefore, they are skilled.

Question 2

Another term for deductive validity is ____.
 
  a. replicability of reasoning
  b. logical soundness
 c. propositional adequacy
 d. premise specificity


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

iceage

  • Guest
Reply #1 on: Jun 20, 2018
Answer to Question 1

a

Answer to Question 2

b


jho37

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 531
Reply #2 on: Jun 20, 2018
Thank you


iceage

  • Guest
Reply #3 on: Jun 20, 2018
No problem :)


« previous next »
 

Did you know?

The liver is the only organ that has the ability to regenerate itself after certain types of damage. As much as 25% of the liver can be removed, and it will still regenerate back to its original shape and size. However, the liver cannot regenerate after severe damage caused by alcohol.

Did you know?

More than nineteen million Americans carry the factor V gene that causes blood clots, pulmonary embolism, and heart disease.

Did you know?

Adults are resistant to the bacterium that causes Botulism. These bacteria thrive in honey – therefore, honey should never be given to infants since their immune systems are not yet resistant.

Did you know?

Alzheimer's disease affects only about 10% of people older than 65 years of age. Most forms of decreased mental function and dementia are caused by disuse (letting the mind get lazy).

Did you know?

Eat fiber! A diet high in fiber can help lower cholesterol levels by as much as 10%.

A pleasant smile can go a long way, even through telephone lines. A pleasant smile can go a long way, even through telephone lines.
Happy Housewife Happy Housewife
Sheryl Crow - If It Makes You Happy Sheryl Crow - If It Makes You Happy
Relaxed Posture and a Friendly Smile Communicate an Open and Welcoming Attitude Toward Clients. Relaxed Posture and a Friendly Smile Communicate an Open and Welcoming Attitude Toward Clients.
Happiness is seeing your kids happy Happiness is seeing your kids happy
Prove the argument using two column proof number 5 only Prove the argument using two column proof number 5 only
Video: Optic Nerve and Optic Disk Animation (Part 2 of 2)

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library