Is this a valid argument?

Major premise: If theory T is correct, all rich countries will be democracies.
Minor premise: All rich countries are democracies.
Conclusion: Therefore, theory T is correct.

A. Yes
B. No


B. No

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What will be an ideal response?

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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