WGU D265 OBJECTIVE ASSESSMENT 2 LATEST VERSIONS 2024 CRITICAL THINKING REASON AND
EVIDENCE ACTUAL EXAM COMPLETE 300 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS (VERIFIED
ANSWERS) |ALREADY GRADED A+ 2024 LATEST
Smith is committed to the belief that technological advancement is always beneficial and thus never
detrimental to human life. Smith reads a carefully written and sufficiently argued essay in which the
author contends that the human adoption of any new technology involves both advantages and
disadvantages to its adopters. Since Smith is a loyal technophile, Smith accepts the author's claims
about the advantages of technology but rejects the author's claims about the disadvantages of
technology.
Which cognitive bias is Smith demonstrating? - correct one-Confirmation Bias
CONFIRMATION BIAS - correct one-the tendency to interpret new evidence as confirmation of one's
existing beliefs or theories.
COGNITIVE BIAS - correct one-a systematic thought process caused by the tendency of the human
brain to simplify information processing through a filter of personal experience and preferences.
HEURISTICS - correct one-are practical rules of thumb that manifest as mental shortcuts in judgment
and decision-making.
Which sentence reflects strong critical thinking? - correct one-"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 of the given argument? - correct one-We are approaching the point
at which reversal is not possible. & Inflation is rising rapidly.
"Products manufactured in our country are the best because we make the best automobiles," declared
Kennedy. Which two descriptors best characterize Kennedy's comments? - correct one-An inference &
A weak argument & A proposition
Which two sentences are propositions? - correct one-Lending helps stimulate capital investment. & A
strong economy is vital to national security.
,I have grown bored since last week. Which descriptor accurately characterizes this sentence? - correct
one-Proposition
People should pay their taxes since paying taxes is the right thing to do. Which type of logic error is
this an example of? - correct one-Begging the question
One should not speed because speeding is wrong.Which type of logic error is this an example of? -
correct one-Begging the question
My opponent argues that kangaroos can hop because hopping is something that kangaroos are able to
do. Since my opponent has committed the fallacy of begging the question, one must infer that their
conclusion is false, and that kangaroos cannot hop. Which type of logic error is this an example of? -
correct one-The fallacy fallacy
If Bo is kind, then Bo is wealthy. Bo is wealthy. Therefore, Bo is kind. This is an example of which type
of logic error? - correct one-Affirming the consequent
Which type of logic error is the following argument an example of? "My opponents argue that all
giraffes have long necks because anyone who disagrees is a fool. Since my opponents are guilty of the
ad hominem fallacy, we must infer that their conclusion is false, and that giraffes do not have long
necks." - correct one-The fallacy fallacy
"Products manufactured in our country are the best because we make the best automobiles," declared
Kennedy. - correct one-Inference; Weak Argument
People should pay their taxes since paying taxes is the right thing to do. - correct one-Begging the
Question
My opponent argues that kangaroos can hop because hopping is something that kangaroos are able to
do. Since my opponent has committed the fallacy of begging the question, one must infer that their
conclusion is false, and that kangaroos cannot hop. - correct one-Fallacy Fallacy
If Bo is kind, then Bo is wealthy. Bo is wealthy. Therefore, Bo is kind. - correct one-Affirming the
Consequent
,Usually when home team fans come out smiling and celebrating at the conclusion of a match, that
means the home team won. At the conclusion of the match, many home team fans came out smiling
and celebrating. I, therefore, concluded that the home team won. - correct one-Inductive Argument
I have seen the sun rise every day for many years. I, therefore, conclude that the sun will rise again
tomorrow. - correct one-Cogent Argument
All bears are wild. Smokey is a bear. Therefore, Smokey is wild. - correct one-Deductive Argument
An individual read a report that professional athletes spend an average of thirty hours per week
exercising at the gym. Based on this report, the individual concludes that people who belong to a gym
spend an average of thirty hours per week exercising. - correct one-Selection Bias
Quinn favors strict industry regulations. Robin disagrees because they would increase costs for many
businesses and stifle the economy. Robin does, however, understand and acknowledge that industrial
operations have environmental and social impacts and that regulatory measures may help prevent
unnecessary harm. - correct one-The Principle of Charity
Some people point to the large number of unidentified flying object sightings and the discovery of
many earth-like planets in the universe as evidence of extraterrestrial life. I don't take this evidence
seriously, though, because I do not believe in extraterrestrial life - correct one-Confirmation Bias
A person is buying a car. The car salesperson initially quotes a base price. The buyer relies on this
initial quote to make a purchasing decision despite the subsequent addition of options that
significantly increase the final price. - correct one-Anchoring
95% of American citizens are billionaires. Sam is an American citizen. Therefore, Sam is a billionaire. -
correct one-Uncogent Argument
A person is considering what transportation to use when visiting a friend in a different city. The first
thing that comes to mind is a recent news story about a train crash. They decide that the train is not a
safe travel option. - correct one-Availability Bias
, Dogs are a subspecies of a wolf and collie is a breed of dog, so collies are wolves. - correct one-General
Specific Pattern
"There are not any good seafood restaurants in this city. I tried two, and they were both terrible." -
correct one-Hasty Generalization
A teacher talks with a student about failing to turn in homework. The student replies by expressing a
desire to dress up as a superhero for Halloween. - correct one-Red Herring
If we allow the children to stay home from school today, they will expect to stay home every time it
snows. Next they will expect to stay home whenever it rains, when it is too cold, too hot, or even too
nice outside. Eventually the children will stay home from school every day. - correct one-Slippery Slope
A soccer fan buys a jersey with his favorite player's name and number on the back. When the player's
performance decreases, the fan attributes it to the jersey he bought. - correct one-Post Hoc
Usually when home team fans come out smiling and celebrating at the conclusion of a match, that
means the home team won. At the conclusion of the match, many home team fans came out smiling
and celebrating. I, therefore, concluded that the home team won. Which term describes this
argument? - correct one-Inductive
I have seen the sun rise every day for many years. I, therefore, conclude that the sun will rise again
tomorrow. Which term describes this argument? - correct one-Cogent
All bears are wild. Smokey is a bear. Therefore, Smokey is wild. Which term describes the argument? -
correct one-Deductive
Which statement is accurate regarding bias in information sources? - correct one-All sources have bias,
but some are more credible than others.
A news outlet issues a correction and an apology for incorrect information it published. In the absence
of further information, what does this news outlet's action suggest about its credibility? - correct one-
The source appears credible because it is concerned with accuracy.
