Asked by Gabriela Velez on Apr 29, 2024
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Explain why an argument may fail to be valid at the level of the Logic of Statements, but might be discovered to be valid a deeper analytical level.
The Logic of Statements is valuable for determining that a certain set of arguments is valid provided that the validity depends on the grammatical relationships between simple statements. But, as we saw in the chapter entitled "Valid Inferences," the validity of some arguments depends on relationships among classes of objects and their members, and it gives examples of valid inferences based on relationships between individuals, such as transitivity and reflexivity. The examples in those sections of that chapter would not be valid in the Logic of Statements.
Logic of Statements
The study and application of the principles of valid inference and correct reasoning, especially as it applies to statements.
Valid Inferences
Reasonable conclusions or judgments drawn from evidence and reasoning rather than explicit statements.
Validity
The extent to which a concept, conclusion, or measurement is well-founded and likely corresponds accurately to the real world.
- Evaluate arguments for logical validity beyond the surface structure by understanding deeper analytical levels of logic.
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Learning Objectives
- Evaluate arguments for logical validity beyond the surface structure by understanding deeper analytical levels of logic.