What Is the Distinction Between a Positive and a Normative

question 64

Multiple Choice

What is the distinction between a positive and a normative statement?

• A)Positive statements are assertions that can be tested with data,whereas normative statements are based on a value system of beliefs.
• B)Normative statements are assertions that can be tested with data,whereas positive statements are based on a value system of beliefs.
• C)The distinction depends on the context in which each statement is used.
• D)Positive statements are correct statements of fact,whereas normative statements are incorrect.

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