Fact v Opinion v Reasoned Judgement

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Whales are mammals.

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Fact

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An opinion is always based in fact.

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False

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The Detroit Lions are the greatest team in football.

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Opinion

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Burger Kings french fries have 20 % more fat than McDonalds french fries. Is this a Fact, Opinion, or Reasoned Judgement?

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Fact

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Burger King's french fries taste the best. Taste tests conducted in 35 cities show most people prefer them.

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Reasoned Judgement

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Cats are smarter than dogs.

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Opinion

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A view or judgment about something that is not necessarily based on fact or knowledge.

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Opinion

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The act of arriving at a conclusion based on evidence.

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Reasoned Judgement

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An opinion with factual supporting evidence.

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Reasoned Judgement

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A statement of personal preference

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Opinion