5. Use rules of inference to show that the hypotheses "Joe works hard," "If Joe works hard, then he is a dull boy," and "If Joe is a dull boy, then he will not get the job" imply the conclusion “Joe will not get the job."

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5. Use rules of inference to show that the hypotheses "Joe
works hard," "If Joe works hard, then he is a dull boy,"
and "If Joe is a dull boy, then he will not get the job"
imply the conclusion "Joe will not get the job."
Transcribed Image Text:5. Use rules of inference to show that the hypotheses "Joe works hard," "If Joe works hard, then he is a dull boy," and "If Joe is a dull boy, then he will not get the job" imply the conclusion "Joe will not get the job."
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