Chapter 12 New

Question 1

The study of the principles of correct reasoning that focuses on the structure (or form) of the argument.

Answer 1

formal logic

Question 2

The study of the principles of correct reasoning which does not focus on the structure of an argument.

Answer 2

informal logic

Question 3

An argument that is valid and also has true premises; always has a tru conclusion

Answer 3

sound

Question 4

A categorical argument containing two premises and one conclusion that uses words like “all, some, no, not.”

Answer 4

syllogism

Question 5

An argument in which the conclusion follows logically from the premises, regardless of whether the premises are true.

Answer 5

valid