INSTRUCTIONS: Select the correct answer for each multiple choice question. If a deductive argument has a false premise and a true conclusion, then we know:

A) It is sound.

B) It is strong.

C) It is valid.

D) It is invalid.

E) Nothing as such about its validity.


E

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The "canonical" Gospels include _____

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