Here's how to understand it:
* Grammatically: "Statements" is the plural form of "statement," so it always refers to more than one statement.
* In everyday language: People sometimes use "statement" in a singular sense even when they mean more than one. For example, someone might say, "The statement of your case was very compelling," even though they might be referring to multiple points you made.
To be clear, always consider the context!
If you want to know if "statements" refers to more than one, think about:
* The sentence structure: Is the sentence using a plural verb?
* The surrounding words: Are other words in the sentence plural?
* The overall meaning: Does the context suggest a single statement or multiple statements?
Let me know if you have a specific example in mind, and I can help you understand!