Assess the following as probably true, as probably false, as requiring further documentation before judgment, or as a claim that cannot properly be evaluated. Consider both the nature of the claim and the source."[G]ram for gram, trans fat [found in hydrogenated oil] is nearly as bad for your blood-cholesterol levels as saturated fat is.... Brandeis University scientists... concluded that trans fats may be worse than saturated fats...."-Consumer Reports On Health

Question

What will be an ideal response?

Answer 1

Probably true. Given the care with which Consumers Union magazines usually make their reports, we give this a "probably true."