Question

A. The following statements are in standard form. Name the form of the proposition (A, E, I, or O). Then reformulate them so that they are more concise (see how many words you can eliminate) and less awkward.

1. All persons who chronically tell lies are persons who feel insecure about their ability to succeed on the basis of the truth

2. Some academic subjects are branches of study that require the use of mathematical techniques.

3. Some proponents of radical economic change are not thinkers who have carefully considered the consequences of their ideas.

4. Some fast-food restaurants are establishments in which you are permitted to have a hamburger prepared “your way.”

Answer 1

1. A form. All persons chronic liars feel insecure about their ability to succeed on the basis of the truth.

2. I form. Some academic subjects require the use of mathematical techniques.

3. O form. Some proponents of radical economic change have not carefully considered the consequences of their ideas.

4. I form. Some fast-food restaurants permit you to have a hamburger prepared “your way.”