A headline reads: "Stock prices doubled this year." Which of the following is a critical question?
Correct answer: A. From what base value did they double?
- A. From what base value did they double?
- B. Who is the CEO?
- C. What color is the logo?
- D. Does it advertise online?
Explanation
The correct answer is Option A: 'From what base value did they double?' This question is critical because it seeks context to determine the actual impact of the stock price change. Without knowing the original value, 'doubling' can be misleading. For instance, doubling from $1 to $2 is less significant than doubling from $100 to $200. The other options do not address the critical need to understand the stock price context; they focus on unrelated aspects of the company, which do not aid in evaluating the statement in the headline.
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