An argument from the greater to the less does not hold in the negative; conversely it does.

Explanation

That a greater power is denied does not prove a lesser one is also denied; but that a greater power is granted proves the lesser is included.

Where this applies

• They have the greater authority so the lesser power is necessarily included.
• Just because the greater power is denied doesn't mean the lesser is also denied.
• The grant of a greater power implies the grant of every lesser power within it.

See also

• 12.1.3 An argument from division of the subject is of the greatest force in law.
• 12.1.4 An argument from a similar case, or from analogy, is valid in law.