Which of the following are TRUE regarding "positive" statements?
I. They describe what "ought to be."
II. They describe what is believed about how the world appears.
III. They can be tested as to their accuracy.
A) I and II
B) II and III
C) I and III
D) I, II and III

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Positive statements are factual and can be tested for accuracy, describing the world as it is, not as it should be. "Ought to be" refers to normative statements, not positive ones.

Which of the Following Are TRUE Regarding "Positive" Statements