Word 'Or' Quiz
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What is the primary function of the word 'or'?

  • Connect two sentences in a complex manner
  • Denote a specific condition
  • Indicate an alternative (correct)
  • Imply the necessity of both options
  • In logic, how is 'or' used as a sentential connective?

  • Establishes a sentence as false if any constituent is true
  • Creates a conditional statement
  • Connects two independent clauses
  • Forms a complex sentence which is true when at least one of its constituent sentences is true (correct)
  • What does the term 'or' indicate in the context of a logical operator?

  • Negates the possibility of an output
  • Demands both inputs to be present for an output to be made
  • Allows an output only if both inputs are present
  • Requires at least one of two inputs to be present for an output to be made (correct)
  • What is the origin of the word 'or' in Middle English?

    <p>Alteration of other, alteration of Old English oththe</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the etymological connection of 'or' to Old Norse and Old English?

    <p>Related to Old Norse ār and Old English ǣr, both meaning early</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the word 'or'?

    <p>Indicating an alternative</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the etymological connection of 'or' to Old Norse and Old English?

    <p>Ār</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In logic, how is 'or' used as a sentential connective?

    <p>Forms a complex sentence which is true when at least one constituent sentence is true</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the origin of the word 'or' in Middle English?

    <p>Alteration of other</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'or' indicate in the context of a logical operator?

    <p>Requires at least one of two inputs to be present for an output to be made</p> Signup and view all the answers

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