If One Inch on a U $\frac { 1 } { 17 }$

question 3

Multiple Choice

If one inch on a U.S. customary rule is divided into 16 parts, what is the length of each part of the inch?

• A) \(\frac { 1 } { 17 }\) inch
• B) \(\frac { 1 } { 4 }\) inch
• C) 16 inches
• D) \(\frac { 1 } { 16 }\) inch

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Definitions:

Universal Generalization

A conclusion drawn about all members of a group based on observations or evidence from only some members of the group.

Existential Instantiation

A rule of inference used in logic to deduce that if there exists an element in a domain with a certain property, one can infer the existence of a specific example of that element.

Universal Instantiation

A logical rule that allows for the conclusion that what is true of all members of a class is true for any specific member.

Quantifier Negation

The logical operation of negating the quantifiers within a statement, which often changes the scope or meaning of the statement.