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The Short Truth-Table Method

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Assume the argument invalid — premises true, conclusion false — and push the forced values through. Contradiction: valid. A consistent assignment: invalid, with the counterexample row in hand.

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One row of reasoning replaces sixty-four.

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The method needs care where values aren't forced. When choices appear, all must fail before "valid" is earned.