[Ques]: Yes / no, is the following a verifiable fact?
"The Long Island Rail Road stretches across the entirety of the country."
[Ans]: Here's my solution: The Long Island Rail Road only goes through the state of New York. The answer is no.
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[Ques]: "Few can dispute Barbra Streisand dramatic contributions to pop culture."
Is the above claim true?
Options:
- yes
- no
[Ans]: Here's my solution: Barbra Streisand is a famous singer and public figure. The answer is yes.
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[Ques]: Yes / no, is the following a verifiable fact?
"At the South Pole all directions face north."
[Ans]: Here's my solution: The longitude and latitude of the South Pole are both 0 degrees, therefore nothing can be located any further south. The answer is yes.
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[Ques]: Is the following a factual statement?
"Grilling has become known as the best method for brewing iced tea."
Options:
- yes
- no
[Ans]:
Here's my solution: Grilling is a type of cooking, not a type of tea making. The answer is no.
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