Logical possibility

self-contradictory. As part of this claim, Smart forwards the analogies of the aluminium and the china plates (Smart 67). Having the knowledge of physical properties, the likelihood of a plate made of aluminium breaking when dropped is “not an open possibility” (Smart 66). Correspondingly, having knowledge of the china plates properties; there are factors of chance such as, the height it is dropped from, the surface it is dropped on, etc. That make the china…

Looking back into the past, there was never a time that I was not involved in music. Music, to me is a way of life and a gateway to express my inner most spiritual thoughts and emotions. I have expressed myself for years, I have utilized my musical talent in classical and jazz ensembles, invented numerous compositions in production programs, and created relationships with numerous instruments. In the past, I have always thought that music would pave its way through my life and provide an avenue…

The story I have chosen for reflection was completed as an assignment for CMJ 256, the story was a report on an event during final exam week when the therapy canines visited the students. Moreover, in the story I wanted to put a spotlight on the trainers and their dedication on using animal therapy by making it accessible not only to students during finals week but year around; such as hospitals, airports, and even in prisons. Things that could make the story better is having photos or a video…

In this article, Forman examines the six top possibilities as to why Elijah’s prophecy was not fulfilled and gives evidence to suppose each possibility. Theses possibilities include the fact that the prophecy was not location specific because it did not specify where Ahab died or that some texts did not specify where the dogs licked Ahab’s blood. Forman also explored the possibility that the prophecy was modified. He then considered the possibility that the prophecy remains unfulfilled. Forman…

Jonathan Cohen there are three possibilities by which analytic philosophy may be separated from other philosophical schools. First, possibility is that analytic philosophy holds different foundational doctrines or tenets than other areas of philosophy. The second possibility it employs doctrines distinct from other branches of philosophy. Lastly, analytic philosophy is concerned with different problems than other branches of philosophy. 5. Compare and contrast the logical positivist to the…

vandals themselves” (Gladwell, 189). While this project did result in less vandalism, the reader is not assured that this is not an isolated incident. Gladwell assumes this example proves to the reader that the tipping point theory is the only logical reason for the outcome and fails to address any possible alternative…

uncovered prehistoric fossils as the foundation for their Greek myths. Therefore, it is reasonable that the Deinotherium Giganteum’s bones found in Crete influenced the story of the cyclops. The idea of animal species impacting Greek literature is logical because Greeks received limited and biased education; in result, people were then given little to no factual information about the natural world. This is especially significant because a majority of Greece’s population consisted of laborers…

true-- that is, true by nature of their logical form. The proposition, (a) or [not (a)], is true by nature of its form. Yes, this seems to entail classical logic, although the truth is that it need not. Roll with me, here. 6. Theology has all philosophical truths available to it (that is, theology does not embrace contradictory claims). 7. The truthfulness of premises in a philosophical argument can only be evaluated in terms of their internal/external logical consistency. 8. Here's where the…

2. The logical fallacy of circular reasoning: Beginning with what could be infinite regression, the infinite regression hooks up to itself in a circle of reasoning. Under those circumstances, the proof for one of the premises is one of the previous premises. In these cases, circular reasoning hides a problem with the premise. Form: A proves B and B proves A. Form: A proves B, B proves C, and C proves A. Example: An ungodly thinker says her reasoning is to be trusted. But how does she know?…

He accomplishes this rhetorically through making logical arguments that show a possibility of lobsters feeling pain, and counter local rebuttals that propose false premises about the nature of lobsters. And adds his own emotional appeals in his own experiences with boiling lobster and experiencing the festival. While diving into reasoning on both sides of the argument Wallace makes logical arguments to reveal the possibility for lobsters experiencing excruciating pain. At the same time…