Can Two of the Three Terms in a Categorical Syllogism

question 181

Multiple Choice

Can two of the three terms in a categorical syllogism be identical?

• A)No, because such a syllogism could not be valid.
• B)No, because such a syllogism could not be sound.
• C)Yes, but only if they are the major and minor terms.
• D)Yes, but one of the propositions would either be false or trivially true.
• E)Yes, but two of the propositions would have to be identical.

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