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| − | + | A '''contradiction''' indicates an error in an argument. In a [[proof]], if two contradictory [[inference]]s can be drawn from the same [[premise]], this indicates that the premise is false. | |
* For all of us, there is a disparity between the actions we engage in and those we claim we are engaging in. [http://www.transparencynow.com/news/disguises.htm] | * For all of us, there is a disparity between the actions we engage in and those we claim we are engaging in. [http://www.transparencynow.com/news/disguises.htm] | ||
Revision as of 14:01, March 7, 2008
A contradiction indicates an error in an argument. In a proof, if two contradictory inferences can be drawn from the same premise, this indicates that the premise is false.
- For all of us, there is a disparity between the actions we engage in and those we claim we are engaging in. [1]