Which of the following is a positive statement?

A. Historically comma women have been paid less than men for doing similar jobs. Historically, women have been paid less than men for doing similar jobs.

B. There should be less pollution. There should be less pollution.

C. Unemployment benefits ought to be increased. Unemployment benefits ought to be increased.

D. The government should not allow the price of oil to rise.

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Timothy Mcneil

24 December, 01:44

Which of the following is a positive statement?

A. Historically comma women have been paid less than men for doing similar jobs. Historically, women have been paid less than men for doing similar jobs.

B. There should be less pollution. There should be less pollution.

C. Unemployment benefits ought to be increased. Unemployment benefits ought to be increased.

D. The government should not allow the price of oil to rise.

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Jordon · Answer 1

The answer is a) Historically, women have been paid less than men for doing similar jobs.

Explanation:

Positive statements are objective statements that can be tested, amended or rejected by referring to the available evidence. Here, the fact that women were paid less can be checked and backed by data. Other statements and more subjective - normative statements.