Which of the Following Is NOT an Argument for Showing

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT an argument for showing that the Earth must be round:

• A) during an eclipse of the Moon, the shadow of the Earth is always seen to be round
• B) when ships travel a large distance away, we see their hulls disappear first and their masts disappear last
• C) the height of the North Star changes as we travel to different latitudes
• D) photographs of the Earth from space always show a round body
• E) the Sun is seen blocking different constellations in the course of a year

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Definitions:

MT

In logic, Modus Tollens, a valid argument form where if 'P implies Q' is true and 'Q' is false, then 'P' must also be false.

Simp

A slang term often used online to describe someone who overly sympathizes or performs excessive attention and affection towards another person, typically to gain their affection, without receiving any in return.

MP

An acronym for "Modus Ponens," a common form of argument that takes the structure: if P, then Q; P; therefore, Q.

Assumption

An accepted fact or statement taken for granted without proof.