Essentials of Symbolic Logic - Third Edition

Essentials of Symbolic Logic - Third Edition
Author: R.L. Simpson
Publisher: Broadview Press
Total Pages: 301
Release: 2008-03-17
Genre: Philosophy
ISBN: 1460404572

The third edition of Essentials of Symbolic Logic is a concise and clearly written introduction to the topic. Based on years of use in colleges and universities, the book provides an accessible and thorough grounding in sentence logic and predicate logic. While technical jargon is kept to a minimum, all necessary logical concepts and vocabulary are explained clearly. A standard system of natural deduction is developed, and readers are given suggestions for developing strategies for creating derivations (proofs) in this system. An instructor’s website is available with solutions to all the exercises in the text, including the many new exercises which have been added to this new edition.

An Introduction to Symbolic Logic

An Introduction to Symbolic Logic
Author: Langer
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 388
Release: 1967-01-01
Genre: Mathematics
ISBN: 9780486601649

Famous classic has introduced countless readers to symbolic logic with its thorough and precise exposition. Starts with simple symbols and conventions and concludes with the Boole-Schroeder and Russell-Whitehead systems. No special knowledge of mathematics necessary. "One of the clearest and simplest introductions to a subject which is very much alive." — Mathematics Gazette.

Essentials of Symbolic Logic

Essentials of Symbolic Logic
Author: R. L. Simpson
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Total Pages: 193
Release: 1988
Genre: Logic
ISBN: 9780415018715

Essentials of Symbolic Logic is a concise and clearly written introduction to the topic. Based on years of use in colleges and universities, the book provides an accessible and thorough grounding in sentence logic and predicate logic. While technical jargon is kept to a minimum, all necessary logical concepts and vocabulary are explained clearly. A standard system of natural deduction is developed, and readers are given suggestions for developing strategies for creating derivations (proofs) in this system.

Introducing Symbolic Logic

Introducing Symbolic Logic
Author: Robert M. Martin
Publisher: Broadview Press
Total Pages: 274
Release: 2004-05-14
Genre: Philosophy
ISBN: 9781551116358

This accessible, SHORT introduction to symbolic logic includes coverage of sentential and predicate logic, translations, truth tables, and derivations. The author’s engaging style makes this the most informal of introductions to formal logic. Topics are explained in a conversational, easy-to-understand way for readers not familiar with mathematics or formal systems, and the author provides patient, reader-friendly explanations—even with the occasional bit of humour. The first half of the book deals with all the basic elements of Sentential Logic: the five truth-functional connectives, formation rules and translation into this language, truth-tables for validity, logical truth/falsity, equivalency, consistency and derivations. The second half deals with Quantifier Logic: the two quantifiers, formation rules and translation, demonstrating certain logical characteristics by “Finding an Interpretation” and derivations. There are plenty of exercises scattered throughout, more than in many texts, arranged in order of increasing difficulty and including separate answer keys.

Symbolic Logic

Symbolic Logic
Author: David W. Agler
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 397
Release: 2013
Genre: Mathematics
ISBN: 1442217421

Brimming with visual examples of concepts, derivation rules, and proof strategies, this introductory text is ideal for students with no previous experience in logic. Symbolic Logic: Syntax, Semantics, and Proof introduces students to the fundamental concepts, techniques, and topics involved in deductive reasoning. Agler guides students through the basics of symbolic logic by explaining the essentials of two classical systems, propositional and predicate logic. Students will learn translation both from formal language into English and from English into formal language; how to use truth trees and truth tables to test propositions for logical properties; and how to construct and strategically use derivation rules in proofs. This text makes this often confounding topic much more accessible with step-by-step example proofs, chapter glossaries of key terms, hundreds of homework problems and solutions for practice, and suggested further readings.

An Introduction to Formal Logic

An Introduction to Formal Logic
Author: Peter Smith
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 370
Release: 2003-11-06
Genre: Mathematics
ISBN: 9780521008044

Formal logic provides us with a powerful set of techniques for criticizing some arguments and showing others to be valid. These techniques are relevant to all of us with an interest in being skilful and accurate reasoners. In this highly accessible book, Peter Smith presents a guide to the fundamental aims and basic elements of formal logic. He introduces the reader to the languages of propositional and predicate logic, and then develops formal systems for evaluating arguments translated into these languages, concentrating on the easily comprehensible 'tree' method. His discussion is richly illustrated with worked examples and exercises. A distinctive feature is that, alongside the formal work, there is illuminating philosophical commentary. This book will make an ideal text for a first logic course, and will provide a firm basis for further work in formal and philosophical logic.

Elementary Symbolic Logic

Elementary Symbolic Logic
Author: William Gustason
Publisher: Waveland Press
Total Pages: 367
Release: 1989-01-01
Genre: Mathematics
ISBN: 1478608889

This volume offers a serious study of the fundamentals of symbolic logic that will neither frustrate nor bore the reader. The emphasis is on developing the students grasp of standard techniques and concepts rather than on achieving a high degree of sophistication. Coverage embraces all of the standard topics in sentential and quantificational logic, including multiple quantification, relations, and identity. Semantic and deductive topics are carefully distinguished, and appendices include an optional discussion of metatheory for sentential logic and truth trees.

The Logic of Our Language

The Logic of Our Language
Author: Rodger L. Jackson
Publisher: Broadview Press
Total Pages: 354
Release: 2014-11-04
Genre: Philosophy
ISBN: 1460402782

The Logic of Our Language teaches the practical and everyday application of formal logic. Rather than overwhelming the reader with abstract theory, Jackson and McLeod show how the skills developed through the practice of logic can help us to better understand our own language and reasoning processes. The authors’ goal is to draw attention to the patterns and logical structures inherent in our spoken and written language by teaching the reader how to translate English sentences into formal symbols. Other logical tools, including truth tables, truth trees, and natural deduction, are then introduced as techniques for examining the properties of symbolized sentences and assessing the validity of arguments. A substantial number of practice questions are offered both within the book itself and as interactive activities on a companion website.

Symbolic Logic

Symbolic Logic
Author: Irving M. Copi
Publisher:
Total Pages: 424
Release: 1965
Genre: Logic, Symbolic and mathematical
ISBN:

Symbolic Logic 4e

Symbolic Logic 4e
Author: Dr. Daniel Kern
Publisher: Lulu.com
Total Pages: 180
Release: 2016-05-31
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1365005887

Designed for a first, college-level course in Symbolic Logic, in class or online. Covers Sentential Logic, Natural Deduction, Truth Trees, Predicate Logic and Quantifier Logic.