Identify the form of the conditional argument, and determine its validity with a Venn diagram. Evaluate the truth of the premises, and state whether the argument is sound.
If an animal is an bird, then it is an aves.
Premise:
Premise:
Conclusion:
A peacock is a type of bird.
A peacock is an aves.
Identify the form of the conditional argument. Choose the correct answer below.
OA. Affirming the Hypothesis
OB. Affirming the Conclusion
OC. Denying the Hypothesis
OD. Denying the Conclusion
Let X represent peacocks in the Venn diagram. Which Venn diagram below shows the correct placement of the variable X?
OA.
OB.
OC.
aves
birds
Is the argument valid or invalid?
O Valid
Invalid
Is the argument sound?
O No
O Yes