Rational Reasoning Task

A Rational Reasoning Task is a reasoning task that requires logical arguments and evidence-based conclusions.

• AKA: Logical Reasoning Task, Evidence-Based Reasoning Task.
• Context:
  • It can evaluate premises and conclusions using formal logic principles.
  • It can identify logical fallacies and reasoning errors in arguments.
  • It can apply deductive reasoning, inductive reasoning, or abductive reasoning methods.
  • It can range from being a Simple Syllogism Task to being a Complex Multi-Step Inference Task, depending on its logical complexity.
  • It can support automated reasoning systems in artificial intelligence applications.
  • It can assess argument validity independently of argument soundness.
• Example(s):
  • Syllogistic Reasoning Tasks, such as:
    • Categorical Syllogism Task for classical logic.
    • Hypothetical Syllogism Task for conditional reasoning.
  • Mathematical Proof Tasks requiring formal verification.
  • Natural Language Inference Tasks in NLP systems.
• Counter-Example(s):
  • Intuitive Reasoning Task, which relies on gut feelings rather than logical structure.
  • Creative Reasoning Task, which emphasizes novel solutions over logical rigor.
  • Emotional Reasoning Task, which uses emotional states as decision criteria.
• See: Reasoning Task, Logic-based Argument, Common Sense Reasoning, Statistical Argument, Critical Thinking Task.

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