The Teacher Says, "If Mice Are Bigger Than Cats, and Cats

question 83

Multiple Choice

The teacher says, "If mice are bigger than cats, and cats are bigger than elephants, then mice are bigger than elephants." This statement is likely to be judged

• A) false by 11-year-old Craig.
• B) false by 13-year-old Michael.
• C) true by 9-year-old Rana.
• D) true by 12-year-old Paige.

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Definitions:

Carbon Source

A molecule used by an organism as a source of carbon for growth and development; can be organic, such as glucose, or inorganic, like carbon dioxide.

Energy Source

A resource that provides power for heat, light, or motion, or fuel for organisms' metabolic processes.

Leaf Color

The color of leaves, determined by pigments such as chlorophyll and anthocyanins, and indicative of health or seasonal changes.