Which of the following is a positive statement?
A) Taxes should be lower because then people get to keep more of what they earn.
B) My economics class should last for two terms because it is my favorite class.
C) A 10 percent increase in income leads to a 4 percent increase in the consumption of beef.
D) Given their negative impact on productivity, the government should eliminate labor unions.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A positive statement is one that can be tested and validated; it describes the world as it is. Choice C, "A 10 percent increase in income leads to a 4 percent increase in the consumption of beef," is a factual statement that can be tested with data, making it a positive statement.

Which of the Following Is a Positive Statement