The key factors in determining the accuracy of an opinion poll are
A. the sample size and the timeline over which the sample was taken.
B. the sample size and whether the sample has the same percentage of men and women as the population.
C. the anonymous nature of the sampling process and sample size.
D. the population size and the sample size.
E. the size of the sample and whether the sample was selected from the population by a random method.
Answer: E
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A. two or more non-majority parties pool their seats to form a majority in the legislature. B. a government has the support of a majority of the legislature. C. political parties have voted not to approve a legislative proposal. D. legislative parties are unable to decide on a leader.
The unit of analysis
A) may change during the research process. B) has no meaning in quantitative research. C) is the same as the level of analysis. D) is the unit on which a researcher measures variables and gathers data.
Which of the following is a benefit of having strong parties in Congress?
a. Discourages the creation of third parties b. Creates a zero-sum environment c. Helps voters better understand the divergent views and values of the parties d. Members are willing to make significant accommodations and compromises
What percent of American households today consists of a married couple with children?
a. 20 percent b. 30 percent c. 40 percent d. 50 percent