When You Come Across a Statement That You Consider Interesting

question 44

Multiple Choice

When you come across a statement that you consider interesting or confusing, what is the first thing you should do to exercise critical thinking?

• A) Accept it at face value.
• B) Ask yourself if you can trust the person making the statement.
• C) Ask yourself what it means.
• D) Ask who might agree or disagree.

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Definitions:

Edema

Swelling caused by excess fluid trapped in the body's tissues, commonly occurring in the feet, ankles, and legs.

Blast

A sudden, violent blow or impact, often referring to explosions or powerful gusts of wind, but can also describe the rapid growth and proliferation of cells in a specific context like biology or medicine.

Cidal

A term used in biology and pharmacology to describe agents or substances that kill or destroy, often used in the context of bacteria (bactericidal) or fungi (fungicidal).

Bi-

A prefix meaning two, twice, or double.