Which of the Following Is an Example of a Normative,as

question 322

Multiple Choice

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

• A) The price of gasoline came down sharply during the second half of 2006.
• B) If the government were to set a maximum legal price on gasoline, then there would be a shortage of gasoline.
• C) Income taxes should be reduced.
• D) The federal government obtains much of its revenue from income taxes.

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Definitions:

Cohesion

The measure of how well the members of a group work together to achieve their common goals.

Interaction

A process by which two or more entities or individuals influence each other through communication or direct contact.

Ecological Systems Theory

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Reciprocal Model

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