(1) A graduating student at the proficient level in social studies demonstrates solid academic performance. He/she:

(a) analyzes and adapts an inquiry process to locate and evaluate information from a variety of sources and applies that information to various decision making situations;

(b) analyzes and critiques the principles and structure of power, authority, and governance;

(c) demonstrates civic responsibility by participating meaningfully as a citizen across various communities;

(d) makes meaningful geographic inferences and actively conducts geography-related research to develop and adequately support a position on an issue;

(e) analyzes historical patterns and conducts research to develop and adequately defend a position on an issue;

(f) analyzes various impacts of the application of economic principles on decision making in national and global economies; and

(g) analyzes and critiques the impact of human interaction on society and evaluates the effects of cultural diversity on individuals and society.