Assume that a 'fact' expresses something that can be proved by clear and objective data. An opinion expresses a judgement,view,attitude, or conclusion that is not backed by data.
Which one of the following statements, if true , is best described as an assertion of opinion rather than an assertion of fact?

Mumbai is larger than Pune.

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Mumbai is smaller than Pune .

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Mumbai is more cultured than Pune.

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Mumbai is more crowded than Pune.

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Solution

The correct option is C Mumbai is more cultured than Pune.
Whether Mumbai is larger or smaller than Pune can be verified. So , Option (a) and(b) are facts. Similarly,whether Mumbai is more crowded than Pune an be verified ans is a fact. A place being more cultured than the other is a subjective issue and opinions on this may vary from subject to subject . Thus , option (c) is an opinion.

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