How Many Times Does Each of the Three Terms Appear

question 91

Multiple Choice

How many times does each of the three terms appear in a categorical syllogism?

• A)Twice.
• B)The major and minor terms each appear twice, but the middle term appears three times.
• C)The major and minor terms each appear three times, but the middle term appears twice.
• D)It depends on the forms of the three propositions.
• E)Usually, each appears twice, but if there are two middle terms, then each one appears only once.

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Definitions:

Contract Curve

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Excess Demand

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Competitive Pure Exchange Economy

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