The valid argument modus tollens is symbolized as:
A) If p, then q; p; therefore q.
B) If p, then q; not q; therefore not p.
C) Either p or q; not p; therefore q.
D) None of the above

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Modus tollens is a form of logical argument where the premise includes a conditional statement (if p, then q) and the denial of the consequent (not q), leading to the conclusion that denies the antecedent (not p).

The Valid Argument Modus Tollens Is Symbolized As