Explain why the best judgment about the plausibility or implausibility of some claims may be to make no judgment at all

What will be an ideal response


Judgments in contexts of uncertainty are unavoidable, given the human condition. The critical thinking habit of judiciousness disposes us toward prudence and caution when deciding what to believe or what to do. Our healthy sense of skepticism tells us that if we can neither confirm nor disconfirm a claim through independent investigation, then the wisest course would be to suspend judgment with regard to that claim.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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A. Making an insider trade. B. Lying in connection with making an alleged insider trade. C. Failing to disclose the financial position of her company. D. Obstructing justice by not providing proper documentation of workplace safety.

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In which of the following was the power of the Supreme Court to declare laws unconstitutional established?

What will be an ideal response?

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