WGU D265 OA -CRITICAL THINKING;REASONING
AND EVIDENCE |ACTUAL QUESTIONS AND
VERIFIED ANSWERS|BRAND NEW 2026-2027
UPDATE|GRADED A+
Question 1
Which sentences reflect strong critical thinking? Choose 2 answers.
- I disagree with my opponent's position on this issue, but I respect my opponents and I am
curious to hear their thoughts on the matter.
- I know that issues can be complicated, and that it is often difficult to determine the best
approach to a problem.
- Unlike some others, I do not jump to conclusions, nor am I biased.
- While I am open to discussion on the topic, I am committed to my position because I know
it is right.
CORRECT ANSWER
- I disagree with my opponent's position on this issue, but I respect my opponents and I
am curious to hear their thoughts on the matter.
- I know that issues can be complicated, and that it is often difficult to determine the best
approach to a problem.
Question 2
Which sentences are propositions? Choose 2 answers.
- Hey, let's go to lunch at noon today.
- Mangino's has the best pizza.
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,- They will likely put the other restaurants out of business.
- Do you like Mangino's pizza?
CORRECT ANSWER
- Mangino's has the best pizza.
- They will likely put the other restaurants out of business.
Question 3
Which statement is a simple proposition?
1. Because I was dressed for work, I took an umbrella and ran to my car.
2. I had a work deadline approaching, so I ate lunch at my desk and finished my work.
3. I stopped at the grocery store and bought some milk.
4. By noon, the sun was shining.
CORRECT ANSWER
By noon, the sun was shining.
Question 4
Which indicator is a premise indicator?
Hence
Because
Thus
Therefore
CORRECT ANSWER
Because
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, Question 5
Because flying cars will relieve traffic congestion, and since the research and development
of such vehicles will be expensive, it follows that the government should encourage
industry to develop flying cars and banks should help fund industry research.
Which phrases contain conclusions of this argument? Choose 2 answers.
- Flying cars will relieve traffic congestion
- The research and development of such vehicles will be expensive
- The government should encourage industry to develop flying cars
- Banks should help fund industry research
CORRECT ANSWER
- The government should encourage industry to develop flying cars
- Banks should help fund industry research
Question 6
Dogs are bred for many different purposes. Poodles, for example, make good house pets,
while German shepherds and other large breeds can be used for home protection.
Therefore, because it is important to select the right breed for your needs, you should
carefully research dog breeds to make the right choice.
Which statement is the conclusion of the argument?
- German shepherds and other large breeds can be used for home protection.
- Dogs are bred for many different purposes.
- You should carefully research dog breeds to make the right choice.
- It is important to select the right breed for your needs.
CORRECT ANSWER
You should carefully research dog breeds to make the right choice.
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AND EVIDENCE |ACTUAL QUESTIONS AND
VERIFIED ANSWERS|BRAND NEW 2026-2027
UPDATE|GRADED A+
Question 1
Which sentences reflect strong critical thinking? Choose 2 answers.
- I disagree with my opponent's position on this issue, but I respect my opponents and I am
curious to hear their thoughts on the matter.
- I know that issues can be complicated, and that it is often difficult to determine the best
approach to a problem.
- Unlike some others, I do not jump to conclusions, nor am I biased.
- While I am open to discussion on the topic, I am committed to my position because I know
it is right.
CORRECT ANSWER
- I disagree with my opponent's position on this issue, but I respect my opponents and I
am curious to hear their thoughts on the matter.
- I know that issues can be complicated, and that it is often difficult to determine the best
approach to a problem.
Question 2
Which sentences are propositions? Choose 2 answers.
- Hey, let's go to lunch at noon today.
- Mangino's has the best pizza.
1
,- They will likely put the other restaurants out of business.
- Do you like Mangino's pizza?
CORRECT ANSWER
- Mangino's has the best pizza.
- They will likely put the other restaurants out of business.
Question 3
Which statement is a simple proposition?
1. Because I was dressed for work, I took an umbrella and ran to my car.
2. I had a work deadline approaching, so I ate lunch at my desk and finished my work.
3. I stopped at the grocery store and bought some milk.
4. By noon, the sun was shining.
CORRECT ANSWER
By noon, the sun was shining.
Question 4
Which indicator is a premise indicator?
Hence
Because
Thus
Therefore
CORRECT ANSWER
Because
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, Question 5
Because flying cars will relieve traffic congestion, and since the research and development
of such vehicles will be expensive, it follows that the government should encourage
industry to develop flying cars and banks should help fund industry research.
Which phrases contain conclusions of this argument? Choose 2 answers.
- Flying cars will relieve traffic congestion
- The research and development of such vehicles will be expensive
- The government should encourage industry to develop flying cars
- Banks should help fund industry research
CORRECT ANSWER
- The government should encourage industry to develop flying cars
- Banks should help fund industry research
Question 6
Dogs are bred for many different purposes. Poodles, for example, make good house pets,
while German shepherds and other large breeds can be used for home protection.
Therefore, because it is important to select the right breed for your needs, you should
carefully research dog breeds to make the right choice.
Which statement is the conclusion of the argument?
- German shepherds and other large breeds can be used for home protection.
- Dogs are bred for many different purposes.
- You should carefully research dog breeds to make the right choice.
- It is important to select the right breed for your needs.
CORRECT ANSWER
You should carefully research dog breeds to make the right choice.
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