A newspaper claims: "Unemployment dropped by 5%." Which is a relevant critical question?
Correct answer: A. From what original rate
- A. From what original rate
- B. Do people like their jobs
- C. Are weekends off
- D. Was it sunny
Explanation
To understand the significance of a percentage change, the baseline value is essential. A 5% drop from an initial rate of 10% is very different from a 5% drop from an initial rate of 50%. This question seeks the necessary context to evaluate the claim.
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