Syllogistic Form 5D
Given the following syllogistic form:
No M are P.
All S are M.

Some S are not P.
-For Syllogistic Form 5D, the answer from the Boolean standpoint is:
A) Invalid, undistributed middle.
B) Invalid, existential fallacy.
C) Invalid, illicit major.
D) Invalid, exclusive premises.
E) Valid, no fallacy.

Question

Syllogistic Form 5D
Given the following syllogistic form:
No M are P.
All S are M.

Some S are not P.
-For Syllogistic Form 5D, the answer from the Boolean standpoint is:
A) Invalid, undistributed middle. 
B) Invalid, existential fallacy. 
C) Invalid, illicit major. 
D) Invalid, exclusive premises. 
E) Valid, no fallacy.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

In the Boolean standpoint, Form 5D is invalid due to the existential fallacy, which occurs when a conclusion is drawn about the existence of something based on premises that do not assert existence.

Syllogistic Form 5D Given the Following Syllogistic Form