Asked by Teddy Batman on Jul 23, 2024
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What is the major term of the syllogism?
A) animals that breathe by means of lungs
B) lungs
C) means
D) mammals
E) whales
Major Term
In a categorical syllogism, the term that occurs in the predicate of the conclusion.
Syllogism
An argument involving a sequence of three propositions where the first two serve as the basis for the third, demonstrating a logical relationship.
Mammals
Warm-blooded vertebrate animals characterized by the presence of mammary glands, which females use to nurse their young; also notable for having hair or fur.
- Identify major, minor, and middle terms in a syllogism.
Verified Answer
TA
TOMMY ARRINGTONJul 27, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The major term in a syllogism is the predicate of the conclusion. In this case, "animals that breathe by means of lungs" is the predicate of the conclusion, making it the major term.
Learning Objectives
- Identify major, minor, and middle terms in a syllogism.