Which of the following statements does NOT reflect conventional wisdom about presidential debates?
A. Incumbents generally have the most to gain from debates.
B. Candidates worry about passing the "living room test," coming across as someone whom viewers would like to welcome into their homes.
C. Candidates must studiously avoid gaffes, because the media is likely to cover them extensively and aggravate their effect.
D. Candidates' demeanor and appearance have an effect on whether or not they win the support of viewers.
E. Debates offer citizens one of the rare opportunities to compare candidates side by side.
Answer: A
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