Intermediate Conclusion

An intermediate conclusion is a claim that is both supported by a premise and used to support the final conclusion. It sits in the middle of the argument’s chain. It is a conclusion relative to what comes before it and a premise relative to what comes after.

Example

"The bridge is closed" in "Traffic is backed up, so the bridge is closed, so we should take the ferry."

See also

• Conclusion
• Premise
• Role of a Statement

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Last updated October 12, 2026