PHIL 101

CHUKA UNIVERSITY

UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS

THARAKA CAMPUS

EXAMINATION FOR THE AWARD OF DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF ARTS

PHIL 101: INTRODUCTION TO LOGIC

STREAMS: B. ARTS TIME: 2 HOURS

DAY/DATE: FRIDAY 06/12/2019 8.30 A.M. – 10.30 A.M.

INSTRUCTIONS:
 Answer question ONE and any other TWO.

1. (a) Explain the meaning of the following terms:

(i) Proposition (3 marks)

(ii) Conclusion (3 marks)
(iii) Premise indication (3 marks)

(b) Discuss the importance of studying logic. (6 marks)

(c) Use relevant examples to demonstrate the difference between formal and informal
logic. (10 marks)

(d) Explain the difference between a premise and a conclusion. (5 marks)

2. Clearly demonstrate five differences between inductive and deductive arguments. Use
examples to show each distinction. (20 marks)

3. Discuss how judgment demonstrates the second act of the mind. (20 marks)

4. Explain the meaning of the following

(a) Tautology (5 marks)

(b) Enthymeme (5 marks)
(c) Categorical syllogism (5 marks)

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(d) Middle term (5 marks)

5. Discuss the role of language in ensuring that arguments do not violate the principles of
right reasoning. (20 marks)
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