Which of the following is a valid categorical syllogism?

A. "No animals are plants. John is a mammal. Therefore, John is not a plant."
B. "Some animals are mammals. John is a mammal. Therefore, John is an animal."
C. "Some animals are mammals. John is an animal. Therefore, John is a mammal."
D. "No animals are plants. John is an animal. Therefore, John is not a plant."


Answer: D

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