From 1956 until it ceased operation in 2012, the first- through twelfth-grade Weekly Reader student poll correctly predicted the outcome of every presidential election. What is the best explanation for this?
A. Children mimic the behavior of their parents.
B. Children are likely to vote like the majority of their community, therefore making the poll an accurate predictor.
C. It is a highly effective random sample.
D. The media have a strong influence on children.
E. Stratified sampling is used.
Answer: A
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