12.9 H/W Understanding Truth and Reality Thinkers

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What does the word "true" mean?

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Anything that is known to be proven

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Which criterion helps distinguish a fact from an opinion? Options: The level of popularity of the statement, The emotional impact of the statement, The ability to verify the statement with evidence, The complexity of the language used in the statement

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The ability to verify the statement with evidence

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What is the main difference between bias and objectivity?

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Bias influences judgment, while objectivity strives for impartiality.

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My classmate told me that Mrs. Smith will be absent on Friday and will cancel Monday’s science test. The statement above is a ________________ statement.

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Rumor

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Why is it sometimes difficult to determine the truth of a statement or situation?

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Due to conflicting sources and viewpoints

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Which statement best describes the difference between a fact and an opinion? Options: Facts are always subjective, while opinions are objective; Opinions are universally accepted, while facts are open to interpretation; Facts are based on emotions, while opinions rely on data and research; Facts can be verified with evidence, while opinions are personal beliefs

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Facts can be verified with evidence, while opinions are personal beliefs

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In assessing degrees of uncertainty, a statement categorized as 'probable' indicates that the likelihood of it being true is: Very high, Very low, Moderate, Undetermined

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Very high

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Which indicator suggests that bias is present in a person's argument or writing?

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Using emotionally charged language to sway opinions