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The following are examples of syllogistic arguments that are missing the conclusions. Study the two reasons very carefully and complete the syllogism with the conclusion that logically follows.

1. All fragile things are breakable things.
Some glasses are fragile things.
Therefore

2. All mammals are warm-blooded animals.
All whales are mammals.
Therefore

3. All books are things with pages.
Some books are mysteries.
Therefore

4. All flowers are pretty objects.
All pansies are flowers.
Therefore

5. No animals are plants.
All sheep are animals
Therefore

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