Question 1

Accepting a belief in precognition seems to require rejecting a belief in free will.

Accepted Answer

Accepting a belief in precognition means believing that events are predetermined, which is incompatible with the idea of free will, which implies the ability to make choices independently.

Question 2

Just because something is logically or physically possible doesn't mean that it will ever be actual.

Accepted Answer

The fact that something is logically or physically possible does not guarantee that it will come into existence or occur in reality, as there may be other limiting factors or conditions that prevent its actualization.

Question 3

The laws of science do not have to obey the laws of logic.

Accepted Answer

The laws of science are fundamentally based on the laws of logic, as logical reasoning is essential for the formulation, testing, and validation of scientific hypotheses and theories.

Question 4

If something is causally possible, then it's logically possible.

Accepted Answer

If something is causally possible, it means it can happen within the laws of cause and effect in our universe. If it can occur within these laws, then it does not contradict itself logically, making it also logically possible.

Question 5

If something is logically possible, then it's causally possible.

Accepted Answer

Logical possibility refers to anything that does not entail a contradiction, whereas causal possibility depends on the laws of nature and what can actually happen given those laws. Something can be logically possible without being causally possible.

Question 6

An opponent's inability to disprove a conclusion is proof of the conclusion's correctness.

Accepted Answer

The inability of an opponent to disprove a conclusion does not inherently prove the conclusion's correctness; it may simply indicate a lack of evidence, knowledge, or resources on the opponent's part. Logical validity and truth are determined by positive evidence supporting a conclusion, not merely by the absence of refutation.

Question 7

According to the law of non-contradiction, you can't contradict the world of God.

Accepted Answer

The law of non-contradiction is a fundamental principle of logic stating that contradictory statements cannot both be true in the same sense at the same time. It does not specifically address or relate to the concept of "contradicting the word of God."

Question 8

According to the law of identity, it's illegal to impersonate someone else.

Accepted Answer

The law of identity is a philosophical principle stating that each thing is identical to itself and not identical to anything else, rather than a legal statute about impersonation.

Question 9

If something is logically possible, it's real.

Accepted Answer

Logical possibility refers to the coherence of a concept within the framework of logic, meaning it does not contain contradictions. However, something being logically possible does not necessarily mean it exists or is real in the physical world.

Question 10

If you can't prove that a claim is false, it must be true.

Accepted Answer

The inability to prove a claim is false does not automatically make it true; it may simply mean there is insufficient evidence to determine its truth value.

Question 11

If you can't prove that a claim is true, it must be false.

Accepted Answer

The inability to prove a claim is true does not automatically make it false; it may simply mean that there is insufficient evidence to support the claim at the moment.

Question 12

ESP (Extra Sensory Perception) is logically impossible.

Accepted Answer

ESP, or Extra Sensory Perception, refers to the claimed ability to gain information without the use of the known five senses. While its existence is highly debated and lacks empirical support, the concept itself is not logically impossible, as it does not inherently contradict known logical principles.

Question 13

Without the laws of thought, communication would be impossible.

Accepted Answer

The laws of thought, which include the law of identity, the law of non-contradiction, and the law of excluded middle, provide a foundational framework for rational discourse and understanding, making coherent communication possible by ensuring that statements can be identified, differentiated, and understood in a consistent manner.

Question 14

If something is technologically impossible, it violates a law of nature.

Accepted Answer

Technological impossibility does not necessarily mean a violation of a law of nature; it may simply indicate current technological limitations or lack of knowledge on how to achieve a certain outcome within the constraints of known natural laws.

Quiz 1: The Possibility of the Impossible