What can be correctly inferred from the Mood OAO in ll^nd figure.

A. Middle term is distributed in the Major premise

B. Commits illicit Minor fallacy

C. Middle term appears as predicate in Minor Premise

D. Middle term is distributed in the Minor premise

E. The predicate of the conclusion is distributed

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

The correct answer is - A, C and E only

Key Points

• A, C and E only
  • The middle term is distributed in the major premise.
    • The major premise is the first premise in a categorical syllogism, and the middle term is distributed here.
  • The middle term appears as predicate in the minor premise.
    • In the minor premise, the middle term functions as the predicate.
  • The predicate of the conclusion is distributed.
    • In categorical syllogisms, the predicate of the conclusion is typically distributed.

Additional Information

• Distribution of Terms
  • A term is distributed if it refers to all members of the category it denotes.
  • In the major premise, the middle term must be distributed to ensure the validity of the argument.
• Illicit Minor Fallacy
  • This fallacy occurs if the minor term is distributed in the conclusion but not in the minor premise.
  • In this case, there is no such fallacy committed.
• Predicate Distribution
  • In a valid categorical syllogism, the predicate of the conclusion must be distributed if it is distributed in the premises.
  • This ensures that the conclusion logically follows from the premises.