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Examine the following 3 statements, and then we will analyze the proposed conclusion:
(1) Most triathletes drink Whynattes.
(2) Most people that drink Whynattes are triathletes.
(3) Most athletic women eat halibut.
Laura and Lucy are triathletes, but Lucy does not like to eat halibut. So therefore we can conclude that they must drink Whynattes, and that Lucy is not athletic. And what do you know, they do drink Whynattes, so our logical reasoning holds partly true:
However, Lucy is athletic, so chances are that she actually does like to eat halibut secretly behind her boyfriend Matthew’s back:
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Hello, I'm one of the co-founders of Whynatte, and currently handle the marketing, branding, and business development. I also handle the mail room, the black market primate side-operation, and most of the shipping and receiving. A little of this, a little of that. The fact that you're actually reading this indicates that you've lent us your time, and have an interest in Whynatte. Thank you. It's the gazillion people who've supported us along the way that make the difference. See you around....
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This is the first I’ve heard of any halibut eating. I’m gonna have to look into this.
First she starts eating halibut behind your back, next thing you know she’s dabbling in whole cod.
Halibut: The Gateway Fish.