If we know that a valid argument has true premises,then the argument
A)must be sound.
B)might be sound.
C)is strong.
D)might have a false conclusion.

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If a valid argument has true premises, then it is sound. This is because a sound argument is defined as one that is both valid and has all true premises. Therefore, if the argument is already valid and has true premises, then it must meet the additional criterion to be sound. Option B is incorrect because the argument cannot be "might be sound" if it already has true premises. Option C is incorrect because strength is a property of inductive arguments, not deductive arguments. Finally, option D is incorrect because if the premises are true and the argument is valid, the conclusion must also be true by definition.

If We Know That a Valid Argument Has True Premises,then