refer to the following formula: (∃x)[Mx • (∼Nc $ \lor $ ∼Ox)] ≡ (Py • Pb)
-Which variables are bound by the '(∃x)'?
A) The x that follows the M.
B) The x that follows the O.
C) The y that follows the P.
D) None of the above.
E) Both A and B.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The variables bound by the '(∃x)' are those directly associated with 'x' within the scope of the existential quantifier. This includes both the 'x' that follows 'M' and the 'x' that follows 'O', making both A and B correct.

Refer to the Following Formula: (∃X)[Mx • (∼Nc ∨ \lor ∨

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