Asked by Hilda Crossley on Apr 24, 2024
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Can an invalid argument have a true conclusion?
A) No, because then it would be valid.
B) No, because conclusions are never true or false.
C) Yes, because invalid arguments can have true or false conclusions.
D) Yes, because invalid arguments always have true conclusions.
E) Yes, but only if there are more than two premises.
Invalid Argument
An argument whose conclusion does not logically follow from its premises, even if all the premises are true.
True Conclusion
An outcome of reasoning or argumentation that accurately reflects reality or fact.
- Identify the differences between truth and validity in logical discourse.
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Kimberly Green5 days ago
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
An invalid argument is one where the premises do not logically lead to the conclusion. Therefore, it is possible for an invalid argument to have a true conclusion even though the reasoning used to arrive at that conclusion is flawed.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the differences between truth and validity in logical discourse.