Ashford University - GEN 103 1) Analytical statements are based on facts

Ashford University - GEN 103

1) Analytical statements are based on facts.
True 
False
2. Which of the following words might you see in assignments that ask you to analyze information? 
relate
compare 
Explain 
all of these
3. Which of the following is true of Analytical Information?
 It can never be incorrect
It examines and interprets factual information
It is only a statement of fact with no extra explanation 
None of the above
4. An example of an opinion would be which of the following?
 Tuna is a type of fish.
Some people are allergic to chocolate 
Romance novels are entertaining.
None of these.

5. Facts can be proved but opinions cannot.
True 
False

6. Many sources include both factual and analytical information. The factual information allows you to judge how credible the analysis in the source is.
True
 False

7. Factual statements and opinions are the same. 
True
False

8. Out of the following three statements, which one is analytical?
Because Jellyfish have no bones, they are not vertebrates so they are not really fish. 
Fish are classified as vertebrates.
An animal must have a backbone to be considered a vertebrate
None of these.

9. An example of an opinion would be which of the following?
Ferrets are absolutely adorable.
Food is generally not subject to sales tax.
The human brain weighs about three pounds.
none of these.

10. An example of an opinion would be which of the following?
 None of these
Earth is 238,900 miles from the moon. 
Cake is appropriate for many occasions.
Bob’s Burgers is the best show on television.