Definitions in Logic

What is the definition of "Premise"?

• Phrases that demonstrate a relationship between premises and conclusions

• Observations that support the truth of a premise

• Logical building blocks for an argument

• An unsupported conclusion that might be disagreed about

What is the definition of "Conclusion"?

• The end point of the formal argument process

• An argument that follows logically

• A disagreement about something

• An "if/then" statement used as a premise

What is the definition of "Validity"?

• An argument that follows logically

• A format for mapping arguments

• An argument made with the intention of defending an opinion

• Something that cancels itself out

What is the definition of "Soundness"?

• An argument that follows logically and is presumably true

• A conclusion supported by premises

• Using theoretical examples to prove the truth of something (non-observational)

• Any argument that is missing the required components to be argued

Which answer most closely applies to Argument Standard Form?

• A format for mapping arguments

• An argument made with the intention of defending an opinion

• Logical building blocks for an argument

• Phrases that demonstrate a relationship between premises and conclusions

Which definition most closely matches the concept of a "formal argument?"

• Using examples when arguing

• Arguing with the intent of defending a position

• An argument with a conclusion supported by premises

• Arguing in a formal setting

A non-argument is...

• A conclusion supported by premises

• A statement, unsupported opinion, or anecdote

• An invalid, illogical, or false argument

• When someone refuses to engage in good faith argument

Pick the definition that most closely fits the term "proposition"

• A premise that is false

• A conclusion that may be argued "for" or "again" (pro/con)

• An invalid syllogism

• An argument phrased in the form of a question

Select the answers that fit most closely to the term "bad faith argument."

• An argument made with no intention of defending a point of view.

• An argument made in order to present a point of view.

• Using logical fallacies to interrupt a valid logical process

• Arguing in order to "win" over everything else.

Evaluate the validity of the following argument: "If it is raining, then the ground is wet. The ground is wet. Therefore, it is raining."

• Valid

• Invalid

• Sound

• Unsound

Answer explanation

The argument is invalid because even though the ground is wet, it does not necessarily mean that it is raining. Other factors could have caused the ground to be wet.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept