Philosophy 1200 Lecture 5: Philosophy Lecture - Oct 12
12 Oct 2016
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Set of statements, one of which (the conclusion) is supposed to be supported to be supported by the others (the premises) If it is raining, then it is wet outside. Statements are sentences that asset something (sometimes known as declarative sentences) Three types of sentences: declarative (or assertive) sentences sentences that function to make an assertion. Spot is here: interrogative sentences sentences that function to ask a question. Is spot here: imperative sentences sentences that function to issue a command. Is the moon made out of cheese? (not a statement) Arguments provide reason for accepting a conclusion. Understanding arguments helps to accept others conclusions. Look for words like therefore , after all . Premise indicators indicate a premise follows. Because, since, for, after all, first, secondly, assuming that. Conclusion indicators indicate a conclusion follows. Therefore, so, thus, hence, as a result, this proves/demonstrates/implies/such that. Premises are numbered and separated and displayed on a separate line.
