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Syllogisms MCQs

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  1. Statements: All cats are animals. All animals are living beings. Conclusion: All cats are living beings. Is this conclusion valid?
    a) Valid
    b) Invalid
    c) Cannot be determined
    d) Partially valid
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    Correct answer: A — Valid

    Explanation: This is a straightforward chain syllogism: Cats subset of Animals, Animals subset of Living beings, therefore Cats subset of Living beings. The conclusion logically follows, so it is Valid.

  2. Statements: All cats are animals. All animals are living beings. Conclusion: All cats are living beings. Is this conclusion valid?
    a) Valid
    b) Invalid
    c) Cannot be determined
    d) Partially valid
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    Correct answer: A — Valid

    Explanation: This is a straightforward chain syllogism: Cats subset of Animals, Animals subset of Living beings, therefore Cats subset of Living beings. The conclusion logically follows, so it is Valid.

  3. Statements: All cats are animals. All animals are living beings. Conclusion: All cats are living beings. Is this conclusion valid?
    a) Valid
    b) Invalid
    c) Cannot be determined
    d) Partially valid
    View Answer & Explanation

    Correct answer: A — Valid

    Explanation: This is a straightforward chain syllogism: Cats subset of Animals, Animals subset of Living beings, therefore Cats subset of Living beings. The conclusion logically follows, so it is Valid.