One important distinguishing feature of valid arguments is that __________.
A) if the premises are true then the conclusion must be false
B) if the conclusion is false, then one or more of the premises must also have been false
C) they are shorter than invalid arguments
D) they reveal new and important information about natural phenomena

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In a valid argument, the premises logically lead to the conclusion. Therefore, if the conclusion is false, it means that the premises were not true or the logical connection between the premises and the conclusion was not valid. Consequently, in a valid argument, if the conclusion is false, then one or more of the premises must also have been false.

One Important Distinguishing Feature of Valid Arguments Is That __________