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A '''normative statement''' is one that makes a value judgment; that is, it says something about what one ought or ought not do. The [[10 Commandments]], for example, are all normative. This is in contrast with an empirical—or descriptive—statement. Thus, while "Everyone should pray daily" is normative, "Many Americans pray daily" is empirical.

A '''normative statement''' is one that makes a value judgment; that is, it says something about what one ought or ought not do. [[The Ten Commandments]], for example, are all normative statements. This is in contrast with an empirical—or descriptive—statement. Thus, while "Everyone should pray daily" is normative, "Many Americans pray daily" is empirical.