alleryStart learning →What is the quality of the statement 'No S are P'?
Aaffirmative
Bnegative
Cuniversal
Dparticular
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. negative
Quality records whether inclusion is affirmed or denied, and 'No S are P' denies it.
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