Which of the Following Is an Example of a Normative

question 204

Multiple Choice

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

• A)Gasoline prices ought to be lower than they are now.
• B)A decrease in the minimum wage would decrease unemployment.
• C)The elimination of trade restrictions would increase an economy's standard of living.
• D)In response to the most recent recession, the federal government extended the duration of unemployment benefits.

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Definitions:

Identified

Something or someone that has been recognized and named as being a particular person or thing.

Group Members

Individuals who belong to a specific group or team, sharing common goals or interests.

Humble

Not proud or arrogant; modestly low estimate of one's importance.

Chief Executive Officers (CEOs)

The highest-ranking executives in a company or organization, responsible for making major corporate decisions, managing operations, and steering the company's overall direction.