What is a syllogism?

a play written by Sophocles
a logical sequence created by Aristotle
a proposition that is valid
a system of thought analysis

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What is a syllogism?

a play written by Sophocles
a logical sequence created by Aristotle
a proposition that is valid
a system of thought analysis

anonymous · Answer

an instance of a form of reasoning in which a conclusion is drawn (whether validly or not) from two given or assumed propositions (premises), each of which shares a term with the conclusion, and shares a common or middle term not present in the conclusion

anonymous · Answer

It is a form of deductive reasoning as distinct from induction. Hope this helps :)

anonymous · Answer

So probably the last option :)