Logical Reasoning
6.11
Distribution of Terms:
Each term (subject and predi-
cate) in the conclusion should be distributed at least once
in the premises. Distribution means that the term refers to
all members of a category, not just some.
Middle Term and Moods & Figures:
The middle term
(the term that connects the major and minor terms) must
be distributed at least once in the premises.
Moods specify which types of categorical state-
ments are used in the syllogism, while figures define
the placement of the middle term within the prem-
ises. These help in assessing the validity of deductive
arguments and understanding the logical ...
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