Which of the five rules for evaluating syllogisms can you use to determine whether the following form is valid?

What will be an ideal response?


All M are P.
No S are M.
So, no S are P.
Rule 3 (fallacy of illicit major)

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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Which of the following is true of persuasive definitions?

A. Persuasive definitions are a type of theoretical definition. B. Persuasive definitions are a type of precising definition. C. Persuasive definitions are never a barrier to effective critical thinking. D. Persuasive definitions are often used to persuade others to adopt a particular view.

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A court system includes lower courts, major trial courts, __________ appellate courts, and a court of last resort.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Is the sentence "Court refused hacker's extradition appeal" amphibolous?

A) It is amphibolous B) It is not amphibolous

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