Randy Meets a Californian Who Grows His Own Vegetables and Refuses

question 207

Multiple Choice

Randy meets a Californian who grows his own vegetables and refuses to eat nonorganic food. Randy concludes that Californians are overzealous about nutrition. This type of error illustrates the importance of which critical thinking guideline?

• A) don't oversimplify
• B) tolerate uncertainty
• C) avoid emotional reasoning
• D) examine the evidence

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Definitions:

Negative News

Informational content that conveys unfavorable, disturbing, or pessimistic messages, often impacting public perception or mood.

Expression of Sympathy

A verbal or written acknowledgment of someone's pain, grief, or misfortune, conveying understanding and compassion.

Opening Buffer

An introductory statement intended to soften the impact of the message that follows.

Sincere Apology

An expression of regret that is genuine and intended to make amends for a mistake or wrong.