alleryUnder logical definitions, what condition makes a deductive argument sound?
AValid with true premises
BPremises valid only
CPlausible conclusion
DSemantic truth only
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Valid with true premises
An argument qualifies as sound when it is deductively valid and every premise is factually true.
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