Given the Following Enthymeme: the Office Is Closed Today, Because

question 141

Multiple Choice

Given the following enthymeme: The office is closed today, because today is Sunday.
The statement needed to convert the enthymeme into a valid syllogism is:

• A) The only day the office is closed is Sunday. (Premise)
• B) All days identical to today are days the office is closed. (Premise)
• C) The office will be open on Monday. (Conclusion)
• D) The office is closed on Sunday. (Premise)
• E) Most offices are closed on Sunday. (Conclusion)

---

Definitions:

Bidirectional

Able to function or operate in two opposite directions, often used in reference to communication, relationships, or technical systems.

Message Frequency

The rate or number of times a message is communicated or broadcasted over a specific time period.

Multilingual Audience

A group of individuals from diverse linguistic backgrounds, presenting challenges and considerations for communicators.

Understanding

Understanding is the ability to grasp the meaning, significance, or nature of something, which may involve empathy, comprehension, or a deep level of awareness.