Although early studies of American public opinion and voting found low information levels, they also found that Americans were pretty good at
A. working the system to get the policies that they desired.
B. contacting candidates on a regular basis.
C. basically nothing.
D. figuring out which policies and candidates most nearly reflected their values and interests.
E. explaining the workings of government and major currents in law.
Answer: D
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