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A [[Deduction|deductive inference]] necessitates its conclusion by having a certain ''form''. Deductive forms fall into three types: | A [[Deduction|deductive inference]] necessitates its conclusion by having a certain ''form''. Deductive forms fall into three types: | ||
# [[Immediate Inferences]] | |||
# [[Aristotelian Syllogisms]] | |||
# [[Deductions Involving Complex Propositions]] | |||
There are also several [[deductive fallacies]] (invalid forms of argument that are easily confused with deductions) and deductions that seem to have a valid form can in fact be invalid if they commit the fallacy of [[equivocation]]. | |||
Latest revision as of 14:52, 2 September 2024
A deductive inference necessitates its conclusion by having a certain form. Deductive forms fall into three types:
There are also several deductive fallacies (invalid forms of argument that are easily confused with deductions) and deductions that seem to have a valid form can in fact be invalid if they commit the fallacy of equivocation.