Discrete Mathematics with Applications 4th Edition

Published by Cengage Learning
ISBN 10: 0-49539-132-8
ISBN 13: 978-0-49539-132-6

Chapter 2 - The Logic of Compound Statements - Exercise Set 2.3 - Page 62: 35

Answer

The premises of a $valid$ $argument$ entail the conclusion whereas those of an $invalid$ $argument$ don't.

Work Step by Step

In a valid argument, if all the premises are true, then the conclusion must always be true. (It is impossible that all the premises are true and the conclusion is false) However, with invalid argument, it is possible for the conclusion to be false even if all the premises are true
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