Some fantasy films are enjoyable pastimes. Therefore, some fantasy films are not unenjoyable pastimes.
A) Invalid, illicit subcontrary.
B) Valid, no fallacy.
C) Invalid, illicit subalternation.
D) Invalid, illicit contraposition.
E) Invalid, illicit conversion.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The argument is valid and there is no fallacy. The statement affirms that some fantasy films are enjoyable pastimes, which means that there are fantasy films that are indeed enjoyable. From this, it logically follows that not all fantasy films are unenjoyable pastimes. In other words, there are fantasy films that are not unenjoyable, which is the same as saying there are fantasy films that are enjoyable. Therefore, it is a valid conclusion.

Some Fantasy Films Are Enjoyable Pastimes