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Valid Forms of Reasoning

Valid Forms of Reasoning Philosophy 170: Introduction to Logic Worksheet Four When does the conclusion follow from the premises? The conclusion follows from the premises when the argument is valid. ...

Symbolic Notations

Symbolic Notations Week 3 Worksheet Three *Please read everything below carefully and fill in whenever you are asked to fill in your answers. Topic: Symbolic Notations We already learned that how to...

Circular Argument

Circular Argument Response to Classmate 1 Hello, I agree with you; Descartes presents an example of a circular argument. The lack of substantial evidence of God’s existence leaves many people to...

Descartes Meditation

Descartes Meditation Descartes opinionates that it is challenging to convince the infidels of God’s existence without offering natural proof. He demonstrates that non-believers have faith in things...

Introduction to Logic

Introduction to Logic Consider this: If Sam gets 100 points (out of 100) on the test, she will get an A grade on that test. It turns out Sam got an A on this test. Therefore, Sam must have gotten...

The Self

The Self What are some differences/similarities between the avocado and artichoke views of the self? Avocado is a green-skinned, yellow flesh fruit with a seed at its center. The seed at its center...