Asked by Rawan Al-Shareef on Jun 12, 2024
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Is it possible that an enthymeme could be validly completed by more than one proposition?
A) Yes, since any proposition with the right subject and predicate terms would be a valid solution.
B) Yes, since some propositions are logically equivalent to each other.
C) Yes, since every enthymeme can be completed with either a universal or a particular proposition.
D) No, since the two given propositions will determine the subject and the predicate of the completing proposition.
E) No, since the two given propositions will determine the quality and quantity of the completing proposition.
Enthymeme
A rhetorical version of a syllogism missing one of the premises or the conclusion, but implied by the argument.
Validly Completed
Refers to a logical argument that is structured correctly and follows the principles of logic, thus leading to a true conclusion if the premises are true.
- Understand enthymemes, their use in communication, and how to complete them validly.
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lupita pinedaJun 17, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Logically equivalent propositions have the same truth value and can be substituted for one another in an argument without affecting its validity. Therefore, if an enthymeme can be validly completed by one logically equivalent proposition, it can also be validly completed by another.
Learning Objectives
- Understand enthymemes, their use in communication, and how to complete them validly.