If Tyler gets an A on the final, he’ll pass the course, and I’m sure he’ll get an A on the final. So, Tyler will pass the course. Is this a argument or not? Why not?

Question

I am really confused with the IF sentences. Cant tell if they are arguments or not, if so proper or not?

Answer 1

It is a faulty attempt at a syllogism. For the syllogism to be true the middle statement must be true. Being "sure" that he shall get an A is not valid.