1.5 & 1.6

Question 1

Argument Forms

Answer 1

Deductive validity is a matter of form or structure. The content of the statement does not bear on validity,.

Question 2

What types of patterns can an argument have?

Answer 2

• Vertical Pattern: Flows straight down with each premise supporting the following.
• Horizontal Pattern: Not a chain reaction anymore, but each premise supports the argument separately.
• Conjoint Pattern: The premises cannot support the conclusion without supporting each other. Alone, they are not strong enough.