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1
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Validity

A

Deductive argument is when the conclusion logically follows the premises

2
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Invalid

A

If an argument is intended as deductive but does not meet this criterion

3
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Sound

A

If a deductive argument is valid and it’s premises are true

4
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Cogent

A

If an inductive argument is strong and its premises are true

5
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Deduction

A

Sound=valid+true premises

6
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Induction

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Cogent=strong+true premises

7
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Contrary

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(AE)

Cannot both be true, but they could both be false

8
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Contradictories

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If one is true the other is false and vice versa

9
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Subalternate

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The I proposition leavers the truth or falsity of the corresponding A and O propositions undermined