A set of three statements, in which the first is a general rule, the second is an application of the rule to a specific case, and the third is a conclusion based on the first two statements, is called _____

a. a syllogism c. circular reasoning
b. a euphemism d. induction


A
This statement describes the essential characteristics of syllogisms.

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