Syllogistic Form 3F
Given the following syllogistic form:
Some M are not P.

-For Syllogistic Form 3F, the mood and figure is:
A) OIO-3.
B) IOI-3.
C) OIO-2.
D) OEO-3.
E) IOI-2.

Question

Syllogistic Form 3F
Given the following syllogistic form:
Some M are not P.

-For Syllogistic Form 3F, the mood and figure is:
A) OIO-3. 
B) IOI-3. 
C) OIO-2. 
D) OEO-3. 
E) IOI-2.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

This syllogistic form has the middle term distributed in both premises, which means it is in the third figure. The first premise is particular and negative, while the second premise is universal and affirmative. This gives us the mood OIO, making A the correct answer.

Syllogistic Form 3F Given the Following Syllogistic Form