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Exercise 16
For each of these arguments determine whether the argument is correct or
incorrect and explain why.
a)
Everyone enrolled in the university has lived in a dormitory. Mia has
never lived in a dormitory. Therefore, Mia is not enrolled in the
university.
Answer:
Valid
b)
A convertible car is fun to drive. Isaac’s car is not a convertible.
Therefore, Isaac’s car is not fun to drive.
Answer:
Invalid
c)
Quincy likes all action movies. Quincy likes the movie Eight Men Out.
Therefore, Eight Men Out is an action movie
Answer:
Invalid
d)
All lobstermen set at least a dozen traps. Hamilton is a lobsterman.
Therefore, Hamilton sets at least a dozen traps.
Answer:
Valid
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