More Than One Correct Answer?

Yes I do believe there is more than one correct answer to any question. Each indididual has their own perception about a question and the answer.

There are certain things that are either black or white, you can't play around. A crime, a theft, a murder all of these are definitely black and nobody can argue about that. But there are other issues that can go by nuances such as a white lie. Let's speak about manipulation, some people will think it is bad to manipulate while others will say I had no choice in order to get it done. Have a great day

I think it depends completely on the question. For some questions, there may be only one answer at the moment. Then a new discovery is made and a new answer appears. Some question have only one answer and will always have only one. I think most questions have many answers, some which may be true and some not true. And perhaps there are times when we only see our own answers, whether they are right or wrong, it is what is true for us.

I look at it like this. There are three ways to look at things, your way, my way, and the true way.There are somethings that are black or white. Is a woman pregnant or not? Did a murder happen or not? But there are many questions that could have many answers.Most depend on the facts of the story. Like should a child always go to live with their mother after a divorce?Most of the time the answer is yes but what if the mother is unfit? Then the statement isn't black and white.Most of the time there are more than one good or even true answer.

I think you're right. Most questions aren't completely true or completely false. Which is why some t/f tests are very tricky!

I guess it really depends on the question. If it's a math or science question, then there is usually only one correct answer. If, however, the question is a moral or ethical one, then there are many answers that may be given, as each persons answers will be based on their personal experiences and current situation. Because of that, there is no 'right' answer or conclusion that everyone can come to. It can also depend on how a question is written. People often perceive different things from the same text, based on their own background. Of course, each person probably believes that they are right. But that doesn't mean that there is only one correct answer, or solution, for every question. More, there is likely only one correct answer for that person, at that particular moment.

I think that there is, it is like saying true and then they say (but) and then give your answer. It is like a two sided story per say. Hugs!

I don't think I'd say that applies to most questions but it does to some. As in the controversial issues like politics and religion, many things are subjective and a matter of opinion. Of course, we all think OUR opinion is the correct one...lol! Annie

It depends on what the question is.

I think it has more to do with the subject of the question itself (and how its phrased) than a person's receptiveness. Is this cup yellow? is a yes or no answer, and since its my tea cup I'm referring to here, yes is the only correct answer. Once you start moving from questions regarding concrete items, or factual information, then definitely, questions can have more than one correct answer. The further you get into the realm of the spiritual, or the warm and fuzzy, the more likely there is no right or wrong answer. This holds true even in science. Science itself is based on the premise that you can never prove anything, only disprove it. Makes for very interesting discussion and debate, and a lot of grey area. Not in the factual results, but in the interpretation of those results.