Which of the following is an example of a normative statement?
A)Since this food is bad for you, you should not consume it.
B)This food has negative health effects.
C)If you consume this food, you will get sick.
D)People usually get sick after consuming this food.

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A normative statement expresses a value judgement or a recommendation for action. Option A is a normative statement because it suggests what people should do based on a certain evaluation of the food. Options B, C, and D are all descriptive statements that describe the health effects of the food, but do not express a value judgement or a recommendation for action.

Which of the Following Is an Example of a Normative