WGU D265 Critical Thinking and Logic PreAssessment (100 out of 100) Questions and Answers
(VERIFIED)
Which question describes a problem for which experts generally agree there is a single
best solution
✓ What is the shortest route from New York to California by automobile
A group of students is working on a research project based on the topic of ethical
animal care. They have decided that the first step is to clarify the problem they want to
address. Which of the following is a question of judgment that clarifies the problem?
✓ What is the best way to address the high number of unwanted pets?
A large urban school district spends more per people than any other district in the state
yet this district graduation rate is the lowest.Which statement are both accurate and
relevant in determining funding for the urban District?
✓ -even though the entire state budget will likely decrease for the next year, and
appeal for more funding for education is relevant because the real need exist
-graduation rates may be in accurate because not all students are tracked after
leaving the district
-it is a relevant that three national merit scholars graduated from a private school
in the city this year
An animal shelter, serving a low income community, is experiencing a dramatic increase
in the number of homeless cats and dogs received at the shelter. The shelter staff are
worried because the increase Is impacting their ability to carry equally for all their other
animals and many people In the community cannot afford to adopt a dog or cat. They
decided to implement a new promotion where they keep the current fee structure and
reduce the paperwork and for go the usual reference checks to encourage more
adoptions. Which of the below are implications of this proposed solution?
✓ -adoption fees may prevent people from participating
- Pet may be matched with irresponsible owners
Which question requires critical thinking?
✓ What are ways to help ensure that rainbows will continue to be visible in the
future
You are writing an essay on proliferation of aids throughout the world. You have been
asked to document the problem and it’s possible solutions using evidence and
reasoning. Which of the following would be relevant resources for this topic?
✓ -An essay by a medical Doctor Who has treated AIDS victims in other countries
-A document that discusses the probable causes of aids in Africa
-A speech given by a prominent researcher in the field of AIDS research
The fair housing act prohibits housing discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion,
sex, disability, age, familiar status, or national origin. Which of the following ethical
perspectives are relevant to this law?
✓ -Children and adults should have equal access to recreational facilities in multiple
housing development, such as condominium project
-In multiple housing developments which have a no pets designation, blind
resident should be allowed to keep guide dogs.
-Reasonable people should respect the rights and needs of others in regard to
housing
World food prices have hit an all-time high, driven up by price increases in wheat, corn,
sugar, and oil’s. Which of the following are possible solutions to the given problem?
✓ -Consider the effects of greenhouse gases on climate change and set policies
accordingly
-Set government policies that will lower cost of basic food staples to the poorest
people
-Reconsider tax incentives offered for production of alternative fuels
A student is writing a research paper that investigates the relationship of higher
education to employment in the United States. Match the source of information with the
phrase that describes its efficiency to the assignment.
✓ -A case study of one state employment rates that shows higher employment
among those with a college degree
^Relies on inference
-A university publication that describes a survey of 10 people with college
degrees who report a high rate of employment in their field of study
^Exhibits bias
-A peer reviewed journal article that shows that people with college degrees have
a 20% better rate of employment than those with a high school diploma
^Provide scholarly support
-A study that shows people with college degrees are more likely to engage in
social activities
^Is irrelevant
PRE-ASSESSMENT: CRITICAL THINKING: REASON AND
EVIDENCE (PEKO)
Attempt #2
Status: Not Passed
- Which sentence reflects strong criticalthinking?
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“Although my opponent has proven to be less than honest, I welcome the
opportunity to engage in meaningful debate.”
“The issues at hand are quite simple, and the solutions are clear.”
“Because I am honest and unbiased, I am confident in my position.”
“In any event, our purpose is to better understand the relevant issues so
that we may make an informed decision on the topic.” - Since inflation is rising rapidly, and because we are approaching the point at which reversal is not possible, it
follows that we need to institute a new economic policy, and we need to act quickly.
Which two statements contain premises ofthe given argument?
Choose 2 answers.
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We need to institute a new economic policy.
Inflation is rising rapidly.
We are approaching the point at which reversal is not possible.
We need to act quickly. - “Products manufactured in our country are the best because we make the best automobiles,” declared
Kennedy.
Which two descriptors best characterize Kennedy’s comments?
Choose 2 answers.
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An inference
A weak argument
A proposition
- Which two sentences are propositions?
Choose 2 answers.
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Lending helps stimulate capital investment.
Let’s focus on the economy today!
A strong economy is vital to national security.
What do you think is important?
5.
I have grown bored since last week.
Which descriptor accurately characterizes this sentence?
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Strong argument
Weak argument
Inference
Proposition - Usually when home team fans come out smiling and celebrating atthe conclusion of a match,that means the
home team won. Atthe conclusion ofthe match, many home team fans came out smiling and celebrating. I,
therefore, concluded thatthe home team won.
Which term describes this argument?
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Inductive
Sound
Valid
Deductive
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Correct 1/1 Points - Which of the following is an accurate description of the Principle of Charity? *
One should never change one’s mind in the face of disagreement.
One should ascribe the most reasonable arguments possible to people with whom
one disagrees.
One should not give those with whom one disagrees the benefit of the doubt when determining what they are arguing.
One should seek out alternative viewpoints and avoid online bubbles.
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Which of the following is a potential benefit of following the Principle of Charity?
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Better understanding the views of people one disagrees with.
More awareness of the role of heuristics in one’s own thinking.
Avoiding hasty generalization based on insufficient sample sizes.
Avoiding the straw man fallacy
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- Which of the following is an accurate description of confirmation bias? *
Putting too much weight on evidence that supports what one already believes.
Seeking out the best arguments for viewpoints one disagrees with.
Rejecting expert testimony as an evidence source.
Using only the testimony of friends and family as an evidence source.
Incorrect 0/1 Points - Which of the following is an example of confirmation bias? *
The last restaurant that I ate at in this town was not good, so I don’t think that this new
restaurant in this town will be good either.
The conclusion of that opinion piece disagrees with what I currently think, so the argument in it must not be any good.
I have known that source to be incorrect in the past, so I will treat it with skepticism in this
case.
I have verified claims by that source in the past, so I have reason to believe that it is correct
in this case.
Correct 1/1 Points - Which of the following is an accurate characterization of anchoring bias? *