Which of the following is a normative statement?
A)"Income inequality in the United States has increased."
B)"The Federal Reserve has observed rising inflation."
C)"The government should increase the minimum wage to help low-income groups."
D)"The minimum wages are higher in some cities than in other cities."
E)"The relative price of gasoline has remained low in the past 30 years."

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Normative statements express an opinion about what ought to be done or what is desirable. Choice C is a normative statement because it suggests a policy prescription to address a social issue. Choices A, B, D, and E are descriptive statements that describe what is happening without expressing any judgment or evaluation.

Which of the Following Is a Normative Statement