Paragraph 1 | Circular and reciprocal proof means proof by means of the conclusion, i.e. by converting one of the premisses simply and inferring the premiss which was assumed in the original syllogism: |
Paragraph 2 | In negative syllogisms reciprocal proof is as follows. |
Paragraph 3 | In particular syllogisms it is not possible to demonstrate the universal premiss through the other propositions, but the particular premiss can be demonstrated. |