Which of the Following Is an Example of a Positive,as

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of a positive,as opposed to normative,statement?

• A)When the minimum wage is increased,unemployment is a predictable consequence.
• B)The income tax rate should be increased to offset the budget deficit.
• C)Increasing government spending is the best way to help the economy move out of a recession.
• D)More than one of the above are positive statements.

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Definitions:

Introspection

A methodological technique in which trained observers are asked to reflect on, and report on, their conscious experience while performing cognitive tasks.

Consciousness

The state of being aware of and able to think about one's own existence, sensations, thoughts, and environment.

Nonjudgmental Observation

Nonjudgmental observation involves noticing and acknowledging thoughts, feelings, and sensations without attaching judgment or analysis.

Working Backward

A problem-solving technique that identifies the final goal and the steps, in reverse order, that are necessary to reach the goal.