[Profpat]

Originally Posted by JAK

I'm intrigued. So, you do not understand the point I was making? Or is it a logical error you denote? If the latter, what error of logic did you find? And where did you locate it?

Thanks

Hi JAK:

I think A=B is a premise that MJA was using.
GIVEN A=B. Definition for premise:

Logic

1. <LI type=a>One of the propositions in a deductive argument.
2. Either the major or the minor proposition of a syllogism, from which the conclusion is drawn.

Best to all,

Pat