Which of the Following Is an Example of a Positive

question 52

Multiple Choice

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

• A)Inflation is more harmful to the economy than unemployment is.
• B)All Americans are entitled to quality health care.
• C)Reducing emissions reduces days missed from school due to asthma.
• D)Economic policies should focus on improving equality.

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Definitions:

Stable Internal

Characteristics or attributes within an individual that are consistent and reliable over time.

Stable External

Refers to external conditions or factors that remain consistent and unchanging over time, affecting individuals or environments in a predictable manner.

Internal Attribution

The process of explaining one's own behavior or the behavior of others by attributing causes to internal characteristics or dispositions.

Noncausal Attribution

The assignment of a cause to an event or behavior without evidence of a direct cause-and-effect relationship.