By Tara Mohanan and KP Mohanan
An argument may make a logical conclusion given a set of premises, but the premises themselves may not be considered acceptable. Similarly, an argument may happen to reach a logical conclusion, but the reasoning used to get there may be invalid. This article explores the notions of validity and soundness, concepts crucial to reasoning and arguing effectively.
exposition conceptual inquiry textbook chapterBy Tara Mohanan and KP Mohanan
An argument may make a logical conclusion given a set of premises, but the premises themselves may not be considered acceptable. Similarly, an argument may happen to reach a logical conclusion, but the reasoning used to get there may be invalid. This article explores the notions of validity and soundness, concepts crucial to reasoning and arguing effectively.
exposition conceptual inquiry textbook chapter