Explain the difference between a fact and an opinion and describe the role each plays in the critical thinking process.

What will be an ideal response?

- A fact is a statement that can be verified by a source, such as a reference book
- An opinion is a subjective statement that is based on someone's personal experience and has not been verified by an external source.
- Critical thinkers are able to quickly recognize the difference between fact and opinion and use this knowledge when assessing a situation.
- Listeners also benefit from knowing this difference as they are able to recognize a speaker's unstated assumptions.