Syllogism
Either I will go to the gym, or I will study. I did not go to the gym. Therefore, I studied.
Disjunctive syllogism
If it is snowing, the temperature must be below freezing.
Which branch of philosophy focuses on governance, laws, and the role of citizens?
Politics
If I get an A on the final exam, I will pass the class.
"A" on the final exam
If Spider-Man reveals his identity, then his loved ones will be in danger.
SRI --> D
If it is pizza, then it has cheese. It has cheese. Therefore, it is a pizza.
Affirming the Consequent
If you want to buy a car, you need to have a driver’s license.
What branch of philosophy deals with moral principles and questions of right and wrong?
Ethics
If it rains, the streets will be wet.
rain
If Harry Potter catches the Golden Snitch, then Gryffindor will win the Quidditch match.
HPCGS --> GW
If I wake up early, I will get to school on time. I did not wake up early. Therefore, I will not get to school on time.
Denying the Antecedent
If you are accepted to college, then you must have applied.
Applied/Application
Which branch of philosophy focuses on the nature of knowledge, truth, and belief?
Epistemology
If you are in Yuma, then you are in Arizona.
Yuma
If Pikachu evolves, then he will become Raichu.
PE --> R
If it is a bear, then it is a mammal. It is not a mammal. Thus, it is not a bear.
Modus Tollens
If the plant is growing, it must be receiving water and sunlight.
Water & Sunlight
Which branch of philosophy studies the nature of reality, existence, and being?
If you eat the cake, you will be full.
Cake
If Baby Yoda uses the Force, then Mando will be proud.
BYF --> MP
Either dance or play a video game. If you dance, then you could might be embarassed. If you play a video game, you might lose the game. So, either get embarassed or lose.
Dilemma
If a person is healthy, they are eating a balanced diet.
Balanced diet
What branch of philosophy asks questions about beauty and artistic value?
Aesthetics
If you follow the recipe exactly, your cake will rise.
Recipe
If it is a Nirvana rock song, then it is loud.
N --> L