Huang Is Considering Whether to Take a Cholesterol-Reducing Medicine That

Multiple Choice

Huang is considering whether to take a cholesterol-reducing medicine that has been recommended by his physician, so he inquires about its effectiveness and safety. His physician explains that the government agency that oversee medications-the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) -has approved the medication after dozens of scientific studies had been conducted on their usefulness and safety. Which aspect of critical thinking does this best represent?

A) Huang is examining the nature and source of the evidence.
B) Huang is simply curious.
C) Huang is not considering alternative viewpoints.
D) Huang is avoiding overly emotional thinking.