Begging the question is a logical fallacy where an argument's conclusion is already assumed in its premise, creating a circular…
The basis step, or base case, is the foundational element of a proof by mathematical induction. It establishes the truth…
The Barcan formula in modal logic states that if something exists, then it necessarily exists. It explores the relationship between…
Barbara (AAA) is a standard Aristotelian syllogism with three universal affirmative propositions. It follows the structure: All M are P,…
The bad company objection challenges mathematical abstractionism by highlighting the difficulty in separating valid from invalid abstractions, especially concerning Frege's…
Axiological logic is a specialized branch of logic focused on the study of value, encompassing ethical and aesthetic judgments. It…
An automorphism is an isomorphism from a mathematical object to itself, preserving its structure. It represents internal symmetries within logical…
An atomic sentence is a fundamental statement in logic and linguistics, devoid of logical connectives or quantifiers. It expresses a…
An atomic formula is the most basic building block in formal logic. It's a predicate symbol applied to a sequence…
Assertion is a fundamental principle in logic, also known as pseudo modus ponens. It states that if A is true…