Hypothetical Syllogisms (Conjunctive) Flashcards
1
Q
What is a Conjunctive Syllogism?
A
A Conditional Syllogism in the form of ‘both… and.’
2
Q
What are the Elements of a Conjunctive Syllogism?
A
Like there were alternats in Disjunctive Syllogisms, there are two conjuncts which go before and after ‘and.’
3
Q
What is the basic Symbolic Form of Conjunctive Syllogisms?
A
Not both P and Q
P
Therefore not Q
4
Q
What are the Mood of Conjunctive Syllogisms?
A
The same as Disjunctive, Ponendo Tollens and Tollendo Ponens.
5
Q
Which Conjunctive Moods are valid?
A
The two under Tollendo Ponens.
6
Q
How do you reduce a Conjunctive Syllogism?
A
You make the major premise an ‘if… then’ statement.
