Question

dentify each statement below as normative (N) or as descriptive (D) . We ought to respect our elders because they protect and guide us. I respect my parents because they protect and guide me. Fewer people today believe that the death penalty is sometimes morally justified. More than half the people in this country believe that giving military aid to foreign governments is wrong. I should always equally consider the interests of those affected by my decisions and action. I must refrain from causing avoidable harm.

Answer 1

1. N, 2. D, 3. D, 4. D, 5. N, 6. N: N - Normative, D - Descriptive

Normative are statements that use should, would, could, or must.  "Ought" is a different form of the word "should".  Descriptive is giving a statement in which you state that one thing IS the case.  For example: Some say vanilla is the best flavor of ice cream.