Which of the following statements about the verification of truth is correct?
Question and options
Which of the following statements about the verification of truth is correct?
- Statements backed by personal beliefs are always true
- Statements verified by a trusted authority are always true
- Statements supported by evidence and facts are more likely to be true
- Statements consistent with popular opinion are always true
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C - Statements supported by evidence and facts are more likely to be true
Only 'statements supported by evidence and facts are more likely to be true' is defensible. Belief, authority and popular opinion do not guarantee truth, so the 'always true' claims about them fail.
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