Which of the following is most likely to happen when an electoral candidate, to gain popularity, claims thatall the polls show that he or she is ahead in the race?
A. All the other candidates will form a partnership with this candidate to increase the voter turnout.
B. Journalists are likely to participate in rallies to raise a voice against such false declarations.
C. The candidate will be banned from contesting the elections.
D. The turnover at the voting booths will increase.
E. People who want to support the winner will back this candidate despite their true feelings.
Answer: E
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