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Validity and truth do not have to go hand-in-hand and here's why...
http://physicspost.com/articles.php?articleId=177
http://physicspost.com/articles.php?articleId=177
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but immediately switches toOne common misconception among people is that an argument is immediately false if determined invalid (and vice versa).
There is distinction between the validity of a conclusion and whether the conclusion is true or not.
Logical invalidity refers to a statement or argument that does not follow the rules of logic and therefore cannot be considered valid. Falsity, on the other hand, refers to a statement or argument that is not true or is intentionally deceptive.
Yes, a statement can be both logically invalid and false. This means that not only does the statement fail to follow logical rules, but it is also not true.
To determine if a statement is logically invalid, one must examine the structure and reasoning behind the statement. If it does not adhere to the principles of logic, it is considered invalid. To determine if a statement is false, one must evaluate the truthfulness of the statement based on evidence and facts.
Yes, using logically invalid or false statements can lead to faulty reasoning and misinformation. It can also undermine the credibility of the person making the statements and can have negative impacts on decision making and problem solving.
To avoid using logically invalid or false statements, one must practice critical thinking and carefully evaluate the evidence and reasoning behind any statement before accepting it as true. Additionally, one should be aware of logical fallacies and avoid using them in their own arguments or statements.