L20-24 Syllogism Flashcards
1
Q
What is a syllogism?
A
A deductive argument
with two premises** and **three terms
- All red plants are living things.*
- All roses are red plants.*
- Therefore, all roses are living things.*
2
Q
What is categorical syllogism?
A
A syllogism consisting of
three statements
in categorical form
3
Q
Define an Argument
A
A set of statements,
one** of which appears to be **implied** or **supported
by the others
4
Q
What is a categorical syllogism?
A
A syllogism consisting of
three statements
in categorical form
5
Q
What is the major term of a syllogism?
A
The predicate of the conclusion
and is used in one premise
6
Q
What is the minor term of a syllogism?
A
The subject of the conclusion
and is used in the other premise
7
Q
What is the middle term of a syllogism?
A
The term that is found once in each premise
