Why Is the First Step in Critical Thinking to Ask,"What

question 36

Multiple Choice

Why is the first step in critical thinking to ask,"What is the claim I am being asked to accept?"

• A) because some claims are so obvious that there is no need for evaluation
• B) so that you can evaluate the claim at face value
• C) because if the claim fits what you already believe,then you can ignore it
• D) because before you can evaluate a claim,you have to recognize and identify it

Analyze the impact of cost on production decisions, including the expansion or reduction of output.

Grasp the understanding of total, fixed, and variable costs and how they influence business decisions.

Determine the conditions under which it is beneficial to continue operating or shut down in the short run.

Understand how changes in costs (fixed, variable, marginal) impact output decisions.

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