Asked by melina hernandez on Jul 16, 2024
Verified
Must the predicate of a categorical proposition be a verb?
A) Yes, because otherwise the proposition would have no verb and not be a complete sentence.
B) Yes, because only verbs form broad enough classes to serve as predicates.
C) No, as long as the first word is a verb.
D) No, because the verb is supplied by the copula.
E) No, as long as the predicate contains a verb.
Copula
The part of a proposition that links the subject to the predicate, commonly found in the form of "is" or "are".
Categorical Proposition
A statement that asserts or denies something about all members of a category or class.
Predicate
A component of a sentence or clause that has a verb and expresses something regarding the subject.
- Differentiate among proposition components, inclusive of quantifiers, subjects, predicates, and copulas.
Verified Answer
MG
Miriam GarciaJul 19, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
In a categorical proposition, the copula (the linking verb) supplies the verb for the proposition, so the predicate does not have to be a verb. For example, in the proposition "All cats are mammals," "are" is the copula and supplies the verb for the predicate "mammals." Therefore, choice D is the correct answer.
Learning Objectives
- Differentiate among proposition components, inclusive of quantifiers, subjects, predicates, and copulas.
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