∼G
A) Constructive dilemma.
B) Disjunctive syllogism.
C) Modus ponens.
D) Denying the antecedent.
E) Invalid.

Name: ∼G A) Constructive dilemma. B) Disjunctive syllogism. C) Modus ponens. D) Denying the antecedent. E) Invalid.
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∼G 
A) Constructive dilemma. 
B) Disjunctive syllogism. 
C) Modus ponens. 
D) Denying the antecedent. 
E) Invalid.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Modus ponens - this argument takes the form of "if A, then B" and "A", therefore "B". In this case, the premises are "if it is raining, the streets will be wet" and "it is raining", therefore the conclusion is "the streets are wet". This is a valid form of argument.