Asked by Monica Barron on May 15, 2024
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Can a proposition (as a whole) be distributed?
A) Yes, if both of its terms are distributed, then the entire proposition is too.
B) Yes, if either of its terms is distributed, then the entire proposition is too.
C) It depends on how many terms the proposition involves.
D) No, since no proposition is ever about every member of a class of things.
E) No, since distribution is a property of terms, not of propositions.
Distributed
Refers to a system or process that is spread out across multiple locations or among various entities.
- Understand the role of term distribution in determining the validity of syllogisms.
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BG
Brandie GaliciaMay 20, 2024
Final Answer :
E
Explanation :
Distribution is a property of terms, not of propositions as a whole. Therefore, no proposition can be distributed.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the role of term distribution in determining the validity of syllogisms.