Critical Thinkers Analyze Their Assumptions and Those of Others

question 153

Multiple Choice

Critical thinkers analyze their assumptions and those of others. Which of the following statements best demonstrates this skill?

• A) "My boss won't let me work from home, but her decision is based on the belief that employees are more productive at the office."
• B) "I think my girlfriend is cheating on me, but I'm too angry right now to think logically."
• C) "It's OK to admit that I don't know the answer when my son asks me a question."
• D) "There's probably no single reason why people commit crimes."

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Definitions:

Plasma

The liquid component of blood, in which blood cells are suspended.

Serum

The component of blood that remains after clotting has removed the blood cells and clotting proteins, containing antibodies and other proteins.

Formed Elements

Cells (i.e., red and white blood cells) and cell fragments (i.e., platelets) of blood.

Leukocytes

White blood cells that are part of the body's immune system, involved in protecting the body against both infectious disease and foreign invaders.