According to political scientists, which of the following has historically been the most successful mobilizer of Americans to vote?
a. family and friends
b. television advertisements
c. political parties
d. voter registration drives
Answer: c
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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Which of the following isn't a critique of polling?
a) Public officials pay too much attention to polls b) Polls may exaggerate opinions c) Polls are only done in major cities d) Polls may affect public behavior
Identify and explain the four types of nonprobability sampling methods. Provide examples of each. Why are these techniques inferior to probability sampling techniques?
What will be an ideal response?
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-need to be confronted for being overly strict. -need to be reported to social services. -need to be taught to be kinder to her children.