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Understanding Symbolic Logic (5th Edition) 5th Edition

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This comprehensive introduction presents the fundamentals of symbolic logic clearly, systematically, and in a straightforward style accessible to readers. Each chapter, or unit, is divided into easily comprehended small “bites” that enable learners to master the material step-by-step, rather than being overwhelmed by masses of information covered too quickly. The book provides extremely detailed explanations of procedures and techniques, and was written in the conviction that anyone can thoroughly master its content. A four-part organization covers sentential logic, monadic predicate logic, relational predicate logic, and extra credit units that glimpse into alternative methods of logic and more advanced topics. For individuals interested in the formal study of logic.

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0132051524
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978-0132051521
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5th
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Pearson
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April 29, 2007
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English
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11.65 x 1.35 x 13.7 inches
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480 pages
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Understanding Symbolic Logic

Fifth Edition

Virginia Klenk

Designed for those who have no prior background in logic, philosophy, or mathematics, this comprehensive introduction covers all the standard topics of symbolic logic through relational predicate logic with identity. Understanding Symbolic Logic, Fifth Edition, is completely reader-friendly. All concepts and theories are presented in small "bites," helping you to master the concepts of symbolic logic with confidence.

Understanding Symbolic Logic, Fifth Edition, features:

Explanations keyed to the difficulty of the topics covered
Numerous worked-out examples; many detailed, step-by-step symbolizations; over 50 fully worked-out proofs; additional exercises
"Extra credit" units offer a glimpse into alternative methods of logic and more advanced topics
New for the Fifth Edition: Along with revisions for clarity, more examples have been added throughout, especially in sections on translation and relational predicate logic; symbolization has been improved; additional background has been added on the nature of identity relation

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Pearson; 5th edition (April 29, 2007)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 480 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0132051524
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0132051521
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.16 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 11.65 x 1.35 x 13.7 inches

Best Sellers Rank: #870,344 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #138 in Logic (Books)
- #385 in Mathematical Logic
- #684 in Philosophy of Logic & Language

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rjeiii

Older. Some minor differences in text, mainly updated for generational relevance. Some Chapter Exercises different.

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on September 21, 2014

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This is the older version. There is very little difference between this and the newer version, but it became an issue in our Logic course as there are some newer exercises in the new book. Our professor was understanding and willing to work with us on the exercises, which are definitely different in many places, but which are used in our particular course. That may not be true in your course, but the exercises are very good, both in this book and in the new version. The book explains symbolic logic well and offers adequate instruction on how to break down statements to determine the logic of an argument, or whether a statement actually qualifies as an argument. For the little that I paid I was satisfied. The book that I bought was a brand new hardback and I believe that it was under $10. The book for the course was closer to $120. Some people have criticized this, but symbolic logic is a bit technical, and it may be necessary to reread the information presented in the book and restructure it into your own notes so that you can get the hang of it. I would expect that with any book on this topic. I have seen others, such as the Copi/Cohen book, and it looked to be similarly difficult.

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Evan Walker

How is this “acceptable”?

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on August 28, 2022

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Firstly, this “book” is held together by duck tape and faith. There is enough water damage on it that I think it took swim lessons! It is barely legible. This is such a disappointment. At best, this book is worth $100. That’s only because I can read most of the pages. You can do better for less at a campus book store.

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A. Lee

Has its ups and downs...

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on October 15, 2007

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This is a decent textbook. The third edition (this edition) is almost EXACTLY identical to the fourth edition, all the exercises are the same, the only difference being the page numbers. Despite being overly wordy in more places than one (see: Unit 1-26, i.e. the whole book...) some of the examples and exercises can be rather amusing. It may seem like an overwhelming amount of material at first, but if you stick with it, it really isn't that difficult. As long as you take it slowly, and your instructor is able to explain things in simpler terms than the book, you'll do just fine.

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Albador

Great book to study logic.

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on June 22, 2018

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Great book! On my exams I got 94% , 101% and 90% it was online class so I only studied from the book. The practice problems really help you out.

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Katherine Teppenpaw

Taught myself.

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on March 14, 2014

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This book was fine. I just hated having to take a required logic or ethic class. The class was so slow, and I really didn't like the way the instructor taught the class. I thought we were supposed to cover one chapter a week because that's how the class schedule was set up, but I found that the chapters got dragged out. This book was very clear cut and explained things well that I ended up teaching myself.

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Marisa P

Average textbook

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on October 29, 2018

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Obviously, I bought the book for a class. She is not the best of writers. Unfortunately, I can't give an opinion on which book would be better.

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Ashley

Great book

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on January 13, 2014

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I used this for a college course a couple of years ago. This subject can be hard to grasp after a while, but I still enjoyed it personally. It is not a book to read for the fun of it unless you like challenging material.

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Astrid

But I liked how short the sections were kept for the most ...

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on August 21, 2015

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Writer tends to go on and on in order to explain topic of each chapter in every way he can until the idea becomes confused. But I liked how short the sections were kept for the most part. Renting the book was really easy and cheap.

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