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Problem 3 - Olympiad

All engineers are creative. Some artists are engineers. What conclusion is valid?

A. Some artists are creative.B. All artists are creative.C. No engineers are artists.D. All engineers are artists.

Correct: A

The first premise is universal affirmative, the second is particular affirmative. The conclusion that some artists are creative follows (AII syllogism). Other choices extend beyond the premises (e.g., 'all artists') or are invalid contradictions.