Which of the following is a positive statement?
A) Driving speeds should be lowered so that fewer accidents will occur.
B) When per capita income falls,fewer meals are consumed at restaurants.
C) The minimum wage is too low;college students deserve a raise.
D) Cigarette sales should be made illegal in order to reduce the incidence of cancer.
E) Social Security is a good program for U.S.workers.

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A positive statement is a statement of fact or what "is" rather than what "should be." Option B is a statement of fact about the relationship between per capita income and meals consumed and does not offer any normative judgment or value statement.

Which of the Following Is a Positive Statement