Which of the Following Is a Not Goal of Critical

question 63

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a not goal of critical thinking?

• A)Inquire about causes and effects.
• B)Examine the definitions of terms.
• C)Be knowledgeable of research methods.
• D)Be curious about behavior.

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Definitions:

Balance Sheet

A financial statement summarizing a company's assets, liabilities, and shareholders' equity at a specific point in time.

Retained Earnings

The portion of net income left over for the business after it has paid out dividends to its shareholders.

Contributed Capital

The capital that shareholders contribute to a company beyond the par value of the shares they purchase.

Preferred Stock

A class of ownership in a corporation with a higher claim on assets and earnings than common stock, typically with predetermined dividend payments.