Assess the Following as Probably , as Probably , as Requiring

question 72

Essay

Assess the following as probably , as probably , as requiring further documentation before judgment, or as a claim that cannot properly be evaluated. Consider both the nature of the claim and the source.
People who drink too much over a long period of time may have increased risk for certain cancers.
- The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism

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Definitions:

Cognitively

Pertaining to the mental processes involved in gaining knowledge and comprehension, including thinking, knowing, remembering, judging, and problem-solving.

Poverty

A state or condition in which an individual or community lacks the financial resources and essentials for a minimum standard of living.

Environmental Factors

External elements such as culture, family, and social context that can influence an individual's development and behavior.

Inherited Characteristics

Traits or qualities that are genetically passed from parents to their offspring.