Chapter 14

Question 1

An oblique syllogism derives its name from one of the terms that is in the ___ case.

Answer 1

oblique

Question 2

In an oblique syllogism, the middle term is ___ the means of identification between major and minor terms.

Answer 2

not

Question 3

In an oblique syllogism, a certain ___ between the major and minor terms is inferred.

Answer 3

relationship

Question 4

The validity of an oblique syllogism depends on whether or not there is a ___ ___ ___ between the relevant terms.

Answer 4

legitimate transitive relationship

Question 5

Give the valid form of the oblique syllogism. Give exactly the form in your text, and place a small ‘r’ to indicate that you know where the relation goes.

Answer 5

M is P

S is M (r)

Therefore, S is P (r)

Question 6

Give the form of a fortiori arguments. Give exactly the form in your text.

Answer 6

A is greater than B

B is greater than C

Therefore, A is greater than C