How Should We Judge the Validity of a Positive Statement

question 183

Multiple Choice

How should we judge the validity of a positive statement?

• A) by determining whether it corresponds to our own ideas on ethics, religion, and political philosophy
• B) by ensuring there is no fallacy of composition
• C) by examining the professional credentials of the person who made the statement
• D) by analyzing the relevant data

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Definitions:

Hispanic Identity

The cultural, social, and often national identification of individuals with Hispanic or Latino heritage, encompassing shared language, traditions, and history.

Ethnic Identity

An individual's sense of belonging to a particular ethnic or cultural group, including aspects of tradition, heritage, and language.

Assimilate

The process by which an individual or group takes in and fully understands information or ideas, also can refer to the integration of people into a culture or society.

Stereotype Threat

The risk of confirming negative stereotypes about an individual's racial, ethnic, gender, or cultural group, which can hamper performance in various domains.