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11 Cards in this Set
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Modus Ponens
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P→Q
P ∴Q |
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Modus Tollens
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P→Q
¬Q ∴¬P |
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Hypothetical syllogism
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If P → Q.
If Q → R. Then P → R. |
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Disjunctive syllogism
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A=either B or C
A != B. ∴A=C |
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Constructive dilemma
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If P → Q.
If R → S. P∨R. ∴Q∨S |
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Affirming the consequent
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P → Q.
Q. ∴P |
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Denying the antecedent
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P→Q
¬P ∴¬Q |
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Joint Effect
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Every time I have a fever, I also have a runny nose. Therefore, fevers cause runny noses.
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Coincidental Correlation
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I started teaching AP English, and then my water heater exploded. Therefore, teaching you Pumas caused my water
heater to explode. |
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Complex Causation
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The music industry has seen a decrease in profits because of digital piracy
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Wrong Direction
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Using crutches is dangerous because most people who use them are injured in some way
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