Determine whether the following symbolized argument is valid or invalid. If invalid, provide a counterexample; if valid, construct a deduction.(T v Q) ? R~R/? ~Q

What will be an ideal response?


Valid. The deduction could look like this:

1. (T v Q) ? R
2. ~R/? ~Q
3. ~(T v Q) 1,2, MT
4. ~T & ~Q 3, DEM
5. ~Q 4, SIM

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