Which of the following is a normative (rather than a positive) statement?
A)The (nominal) minimum wage is $7.25 per hour.
B)Public education should be funded primarily at the state level.
C)The federal debt exceeds $8 trillion.
D)At its peak, unemployment exceeded 10% during the 2007 recession.
E)The average wage of high-school dropouts has fallen by 20% since 1970.

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A normative statement is a subjective statement that reflects an opinion or a judgment whereas a positive statement is an objective statement that can be tested and validated. Option B, "Public education should be funded primarily at the state level," is a normative statement as it reflects an opinion and cannot be tested or validated. The other options are positive statements as they are factual and can be tested or validated.

Which of the Following Is a Normative (Rather Than a Positive)