Which of the following is a positive question, and which of the following is a normative question? Explain.

(a). Is society better off if we restrict trade with other countries?

(b). Should we increase taxes on the rich or the middle class?

(c). Will an increase in the minimum wage cause more unemployment for teenagers?

(d). Should the government provide health care?

(e). Does a price drop in iPhones decrease the sales of Samsung?

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Expert Solution

a) Normative statement

It pronounce value judgement. So, normative statement.

b) Normative statement

Normative statement deals with should or ought to be. So, given statement is normative.

c) Positive statement

We can say it true or false so it is positive statement.

d) Normative statement

Normative statement deals with should or ought to be. So, given statement is normative.

e) Positive statement

We can answer this question as true or false so it is positive statement.

Rahul Sunny answered 1 year ago

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