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What is the logical translation of the following statement? "None of my friends are perfect."

1. ∃x [F x ⊃ P x]
2. ∃x [F x ⊃ ¬P x]
3. ∀x [F x ⊃ ¬P x]
4. ∃x [¬F x ⊃ P x]

Correct answer: ∀x [F x ⊃ ¬P x]

Solution

The correct option states that for all individuals x, if x is a friend, then x is not perfect. This accurately captures the meaning of the original statement that none of the friends possess perfection.

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