Read the following statements and then determine whether they are facts, unsound opinions, sound opinions, or authoritative opinions. Select the correct answer for each statement. Are any of these correct/incorrect? If so please help.
1.)Due to Einstein's findings in the study of matter and energy, he is one of the greatest scientists to have ever lived.
=sound opinion
2.)Einstein's hair stood straight up, so he must've been a little weird.
=unsound opinion
3.)Many science publications have called Einstein's discovery brilliant.
=sound opinion
4.)The meteorologist is a liar because she said it would rain a lot and it only rained a little.
=authoritative opinion
5.)The National Weather Station reported that the storm shifting course is good for holiday travelers.
=sound opinion
6.)Today's storm changed course, so the next storm will probably change course, too.
=sound opinion
They look good, except for #6. Is this reliable?
Sra
so I will change #6 to unsound opinion because it doesn't sound reliable.
1.)Due to Einstein's findings in the study of matter and energy, he is one of the greatest scientists to have ever lived.
Explanation: This statement is a sound opinion. It presents a subjective viewpoint based on Einstein's accomplishments in the field of science.
2.)Einstein's hair stood straight up, so he must've been a little weird.
Explanation: This statement is an unsound opinion. It makes an assumption about Einstein's character based on a superficial observation about his hair.
3.)Many science publications have called Einstein's discovery brilliant.
Explanation: This statement is a sound opinion. It suggests that the brilliance of Einstein's discovery is recognized by reputable science publications.
4.)The meteorologist is a liar because she said it would rain a lot and it only rained a little.
Explanation: This statement is not categorized properly. It is a general statement but lacks any opinion categorization. It does contain an accusation, but it would be incorrect to categorize it as authoritative opinion.
5.)The National Weather Station reported that the storm shifting course is good for holiday travelers.
Explanation: This statement is a sound opinion. It suggests that the shifting course of the storm is beneficial for holiday travelers, based on information from the National Weather Station.
6.)Today's storm changed course, so the next storm will probably change course, too.
Explanation: This statement is a sound opinion. It suggests a likelihood based on the observation that the current storm changed course, thus implying that future storms may exhibit similar behavior.