Question

which three statements contain information about cats that is based on scientific knowledge rather than opinion?
a. domestic cats live in about 34% of homes in the united states.
b. siamese cats are the most beautiful breed of cat.
c. modern domestic cats are closely related to near eastern wildcats.
d. cats eat rodents that can spread disease.
e. all cats should be avoided because cats are evil.

Explanation:

• Option A: The percentage of homes with domestic cats in the US is a factual statistic, which is based on scientific knowledge (like surveys or data collection).
• Option C: The relationship between modern domestic cats and Near Eastern wildcats is a result of scientific research (such as genetic studies).
• Option D: The fact that cats eat disease - spreading rodents is a biological fact (based on ecological and biological studies).

• Option B: "Most beautiful" is a subjective opinion as beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
• Option E: Saying cats are evil and should be avoided is a baseless, subjective opinion.

Answer:

A. Domestic cats live in about 34% of homes in the United States.
C. Modern domestic cats are closely related to Near Eastern wildcats.
D. Cats eat rodents that can spread disease.