{"id":119043,"date":"2023-09-08T18:37:46","date_gmt":"2023-09-08T18:37:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/learnexams.com\/blog\/?p=119043"},"modified":"2023-09-08T18:37:48","modified_gmt":"2023-09-08T18:37:48","slug":"d265-guided-notes-section-3-quiz-a-and-d265-pre-assessment-critical-thinking-reason-and-evidence-peko-bundle-with-complete-solutions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.learnexams.com\/blog\/2023\/09\/08\/d265-guided-notes-section-3-quiz-a-and-d265-pre-assessment-critical-thinking-reason-and-evidence-peko-bundle-with-complete-solutions\/","title":{"rendered":"D265 Guided Notes, Section 3 Quiz A and D265 PRE-ASSESSMENT CRITICAL THINKING REASON AND EVIDENCE (PEKO) BUNDLE WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>WGU D265 Critical Thinking and Logic PreAssessment (100 out of 100) Questions and Answers<br>(VERIFIED)<br>Which question describes a problem for which experts generally agree there is a single<br>best solution<br>\u2713 What is the shortest route from New York to California by automobile<br>A group of students is working on a research project based on the topic of ethical<br>animal care. They have decided that the first step is to clarify the problem they want to<br>address. Which of the following is a question of judgment that clarifies the problem?<br>\u2713 What is the best way to address the high number of unwanted pets?<br>A large urban school district spends more per people than any other district in the state<br>yet this district graduation rate is the lowest.Which statement are both accurate and<br>relevant in determining funding for the urban District?<br>\u2713 -even though the entire state budget will likely decrease for the next year, and<br>appeal for more funding for education is relevant because the real need exist<br>-graduation rates may be in accurate because not all students are tracked after<br>leaving the district<br>-it is a relevant that three national merit scholars graduated from a private school<br>in the city this year<br>An animal shelter, serving a low income community, is experiencing a dramatic increase<br>in the number of homeless cats and dogs received at the shelter. The shelter staff are<br>worried because the increase Is impacting their ability to carry equally for all their other<br>animals and many people In the community cannot afford to adopt a dog or cat. They<br>decided to implement a new promotion where they keep the current fee structure and<br>reduce the paperwork and for go the usual reference checks to encourage more<br>adoptions. Which of the below are implications of this proposed solution?<br>\u2713 -adoption fees may prevent people from participating<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pet may be matched with irresponsible owners<br>Which question requires critical thinking?<br>\u2713 What are ways to help ensure that rainbows will continue to be visible in the<br>future<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You are writing an essay on proliferation of aids throughout the world. You have been<br>asked to document the problem and it&#8217;s possible solutions using evidence and<br>reasoning. Which of the following would be relevant resources for this topic?<br>\u2713 -An essay by a medical Doctor Who has treated AIDS victims in other countries<br>-A document that discusses the probable causes of aids in Africa<br>-A speech given by a prominent researcher in the field of AIDS research<br>The fair housing act prohibits housing discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion,<br>sex, disability, age, familiar status, or national origin. Which of the following ethical<br>perspectives are relevant to this law?<br>\u2713 -Children and adults should have equal access to recreational facilities in multiple<br>housing development, such as condominium project<br>-In multiple housing developments which have a no pets designation, blind<br>resident should be allowed to keep guide dogs.<br>-Reasonable people should respect the rights and needs of others in regard to<br>housing<br>World food prices have hit an all-time high, driven up by price increases in wheat, corn,<br>sugar, and oil&#8217;s. Which of the following are possible solutions to the given problem?<br>\u2713 -Consider the effects of greenhouse gases on climate change and set policies<br>accordingly<br>-Set government policies that will lower cost of basic food staples to the poorest<br>people<br>-Reconsider tax incentives offered for production of alternative fuels<br>A student is writing a research paper that investigates the relationship of higher<br>education to employment in the United States. Match the source of information with the<br>phrase that describes its efficiency to the assignment.<br>\u2713 -A case study of one state employment rates that shows higher employment<br>among those with a college degree<br>^Relies on inference<br>-A university publication that describes a survey of 10 people with college<br>degrees who report a high rate of employment in their field of study<br>^Exhibits bias<br>-A peer reviewed journal article that shows that people with college degrees have<br>a 20% better rate of employment than those with a high school diploma<br>^Provide scholarly support<br>-A study that shows people with college degrees are more likely to engage in<br>social activities<br>^Is irrelevant<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>PRE-ASSESSMENT: CRITICAL THINKING: REASON AND<br>EVIDENCE (PEKO)<br>Attempt #2<br>Status: Not Passed<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Which sentence reflects strong criticalthinking?<br>YOUR<br>ANSWER<br>CORRECT<br>ANSWER<br>&#8220;Although my opponent has proven to be less than honest, I welcome the<br>opportunity to engage in meaningful debate.&#8221;<br>&#8220;The issues at hand are quite simple, and the solutions are clear.&#8221;<br>&#8220;Because I am honest and unbiased, I am confident in my position.&#8221;<br>&#8220;In any event, our purpose is to better understand the relevant issues so<br>that we may make an informed decision on the topic.&#8221;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Since inflation is rising rapidly, and because we are approaching the point at which reversal is not possible, it<br>follows that we need to institute a new economic policy, and we need to act quickly.<br>Which two statements contain premises ofthe given argument?<br>Choose 2 answers.<br>YOUR<br>ANSWER<br>CORRECT<br>ANSWER<br>We need to institute a new economic policy.<br>Inflation is rising rapidly.<br>We are approaching the point at which reversal is not possible.<br>We need to act quickly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&#8220;Products manufactured in our country are the best because we make the best automobiles,\u201d declared<br>Kennedy.<br>Which two descriptors best characterize Kennedy\u2019s comments?<br>Choose 2 answers.<br>YOUR<br>ANSWER<br>CORRECT<br>ANSWER<br>W Accessibility Policy Accessibility Settings GU Chat<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>An inference<br>A weak argument<br>A proposition<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"4\">\n<li>Which two sentences are propositions?<br>Choose 2 answers.<br>YOUR<br>ANSWER<br>CORRECT<br>ANSWER<br>Lending helps stimulate capital investment.<br>Let\u2019s focus on the economy today!<br>A strong economy is vital to national security.<br>What do you think is important?<br>5.<br>I have grown bored since last week.<br>Which descriptor accurately characterizes this sentence?<br>YOUR<br>ANSWER<br>CORRECT<br>ANSWER<br>Strong argument<br>Weak argument<br>Inference<br>Proposition<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Usually when home team fans come out smiling and celebrating atthe conclusion of a match,that means the<br>home team won. 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I,<br>therefore, concluded thatthe home team won.<br>Which term describes this argument?<br>YOUR<br>ANSWER<br>CORRECT<br>ANSWER<br>Inductive<br>Sound<br>Valid<br>Deductive<br>W Accessibility Policy Accessibility Settings GU Chat<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>10\/21\/22, 8:58 PM D265 Section 3 Quiz A<br>https:\/\/forms.office.com\/Pages\/ResponsePage.aspx?id=z5Knz2h3QUOIV4F1TCr6H1gc3qQ5Cg9Ot6-G5M-5IAFURUM2TE1BN1NSUEs0NjJKUE81R\u2026 1\/6<br>Points: 9\/12<br>D265 Section 3 Quiz A<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Please enter your first and last name: *<br>Waqas Ansari<br>Correct 1\/1 Points<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Which of the following is an accurate description of the Principle of Charity? *<br>One should never change one\u2019s mind in the face of disagreement.<br>One should ascribe the most reasonable arguments possible to people with whom<br>one disagrees.<br>\ue73e<br>One should not give those with whom one disagrees the benefit of the doubt when determining what they are arguing.<br>One should seek out alternative viewpoints and avoid online bubbles.<br>Incorrect 0\/1 Points<br>Which of the following is a potential benefit of following the Principle of Charity?<br>Choose 2. *<br>3.<br><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>10\/21\/22, 8:58 PM D265 Section 3 Quiz A<br>https:\/\/forms.office.com\/Pages\/ResponsePage.aspx?id=z5Knz2h3QUOIV4F1TCr6H1gc3qQ5Cg9Ot6-G5M-5IAFURUM2TE1BN1NSUEs0NjJKUE81R\u2026 2\/6<br>Better understanding the views of people one disagrees with. \ue73e<br>More awareness of the role of heuristics in one\u2019s own thinking.<br>Avoiding hasty generalization based on insufficient sample sizes.<br>Avoiding the straw man fallacy \ue73e<br>Correct 1\/1 Points<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"4\">\n<li>Which of the following is an accurate description of confirmation bias? 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