Which of the following characteristics best describes a Libertarian?
A. supports governmental regulation of big business
B. opposes government regulation of moral issues
C. supports governmental programs for the poor
D. opposes abortion rights
Answer: B
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Evaluate the development of party polarization in the United States. Consider both polarization within political parties and in the electorate. Does polarization create apathy or activism? What evidence supports your position?
What will be an ideal response?
What can be said of agricultural interest groups in the United States?
A. Agricultural interest groups' influence on U.S. legislation has been minimal. B. Because farmers represent less than 1 percent of the population, their interest group influence has been weak. C. Although there are many agricultural interest groups representing farmers, they have been unsuccessful in obtaining subsides for their members, D. Although farmers represent less than 1 percent of the population, they have very strong interest groups. E. As the numbers of farmers have declined, so has the influence of groups that represent them.
Which statement about Nigerian youth is INCORRECT? a. More than 75 percent of Nigerian youth live on less than a dollar a day
b. Over 70 percent of Nigerians are under the age of 30 and almost half are under the age of 19. c. At least a fifth of younger Nigerians are unemployed. d. Mainstream political organizations are dominated by older Nigerians while many antistate organizations are dominated by the young. e. The main reason Nigeria's population is skewed toward young people is that, while birthrates are dropping, the country still has a low life expectancy rate.
Why is it sometimes difficult for citizens to engage in policy voting?
a. Competing candidates usually have the same positions on issues. b. Candidates are often intentionally vague about their issue stances. c. The media tend to overwhelm voters with policy information. d. Election officials prevent using policy-based voter guides in the voting booth.