Question

5 what role do facts play in the formation of opinions? a without facts, you cant have an opinion b facts are backed up by informed opinions c informed opinions are backed up by facts d facts and opinions have nothing to do with one another

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Opinions can exist without facts (e.g., personal preferences), so this is incorrect.
• Option B: Facts are objective and do not rely on opinions; opinions can be informed by facts, not the other way around, so this is incorrect.
• Option C: Informed opinions are those that are based on or supported by facts, which accurately describes the role facts play in forming opinions, so this is correct.
• Option D: Facts can inform opinions, so they are related, making this incorrect.

Answer:

C. Informed opinions are backed up by facts