Assume That the Premise(s) of the Following Argument Are True

question 7

Multiple Choice

Assume that the premise(s) of the following argument are true. Apply the other three tests of the worthiness of an argument in their proper order: "Susan is John's younger sister. Linda is John's elder sister. So, Linda is Susan's elder sister." That argument is an example of ________.

• A) a fallacy masquerading as a valid inference
• B) a fallacy masquerading as a warranted inference
• C) a fallacy of relevance
• D) a circular argument
• E) an argument that is worthy of acceptance, if the premises were in fact true

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Definitions:

Moral Development

The process by which individuals develop attitudes and behaviors towards what is considered right and wrong.

Lawrence Kohlberg

An American psychologist best known for his theory of stages of moral development.

Conventional

Pertaining to commonly accepted standards or methods, often in contrast to innovative or unconventional approaches.