Multiple Choice
If we assume the modern view of existential import, why is the following syllogism invalid? All vertebrates reproduce sexually.
All vertebrates are animals.
All animals reproduce sexually.
A) undistributed middle
B) illicit major or minor term
C) two negative premises
D) negative premise with affirmative conclusion, or negative conclusion with no negative premise
E) universal premises with particular conclusion
Correct Answer:

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