A positive statement is one that
A) is derived by induction.
B) is derived by deduction.
C) focuses on the best course of action and is based on value judgments.
D) focuses on facts, descriptions, and theoretical relationships.

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A positive statement focuses on facts, descriptions, and theoretical relationships, and is not based on value judgments. Option A refers to reasoning from specific cases to general principles, while option B refers to reasoning from general principles to specific cases. Option C refers to normative statements, which are based on value judgments about what ought to be done.

A Positive Statement Is One That