Arguing That Value Judgments Ought Neither to Be Made nor Accepted

question 22

Multiple Choice

Arguing that value judgments ought neither to be made nor accepted is ________.

• A) like arguing for a value judgment
• B) essential to preserve objectivity
• C) entailed by the use of comparative reasoning
• D) justified by the application of empirical reasoning

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Definitions:

Selective Perception

The tendency to define problems from one’s own point of view.

Preexisting Opinion

A belief or judgment formed before obtaining full or certain knowledge, often influencing how new information is interpreted.

Escalating Commitment

The phenomenon where individuals or organizations continue to invest in a decision, action, or project despite evidence of its failing outcome.

Decision Makers

Individuals or groups responsible for making choices or judgments among various alternatives in the process of achieving a goal.