In a discussion with classmates, Helen proclaims, "Abortion should be illegal in the United States". A classmate points out that her statement is not a fact, which angers Helen. She is convinced that it is a fact that abortion should be illegal and says she can prove it. Having expressed an evaluation of what "should be", Helen is unable to see that she has made what kind of statement?

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Helen has expressed an opinion, which is a personal belief or judgment that cannot be proven as true or false.

In a Discussion with Classmates, Helen Proclaims, "Abortion Should Be