The instruction of Logic seems daunting and out of reach. Often you are already using logic in your everyday speech and thinking and all you need is a better understanding of how it can be applied. This introduction to Logic will give you the vocabulary and tools to apply logical reasoning to arguments and thinking. It will teach learners the technics and terms to identify fallacies and arguments, providing the skills to use logic wisely and intentionally day to day. Each unit will present assignment options to practice and work out logical arguments using the skills learned. Answers for these assignments are in the back along with an index. 245 pgs, pb. ~Rebecca
How Do We Reason? An Introduction to Logic
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015419
ISBN
9780830855155
Grade 9-AD
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How exactly does logic work? What makes some arguments valid and others not? What does a faithful use of logic look like? In this introduction to logic, philosopher Forrest Baird considers the basic building blocks of human reason, including types of arguments, fallacies, syllogisms, symbols, and proofs, all of which are demonstrated with exercises for students throughout.
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| Product Format: | Paperback |
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| Grades: | 9-AD |
| Brand: | InterVarsity Press |
| ISBN: | 9780830855155 |
| Length in Inches: | 9 |
| Width in Inches: | 6 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.75 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 0.8 |
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