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

question 24

Multiple Choice

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

• A)Gasoline prices ought to be lower than they are now.
• B)The federal government should raise taxes on wealthy people.
• C)The social security system is a good system and it deserves to be preserved as it is.
• D)All of the above are normative statements.

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Definitions:

Psychopathology

The study of mental disorders, including their symptoms, causes, and treatment, focusing on abnormal behavior and psychological functioning.

Aversive Feelings

Negative feelings that often lead to avoidance behavior, these can include emotions such as disgust, fear, or hatred towards specific stimuli or situations.

Habituation

The process of becoming accustomed to a stimulus or environment over time, leading to a decrease in responsiveness.

Fear-Producing Stimuli

Objects, situations, or cues that elicit a fear response or anxiety in individuals, relevant in studies of phobias and anxiety disorders.