Probability theory suggests that a random sample of 1,500 people would have what percentage chance of accurately reflecting the views of the whole population?
a. 89
b. 91
c. 93
d. 95
d
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Individuals have power when they are able to
A) get elected to office. B) be present at behind-the-scenes political meetings. C) serve their fellow human beings. D) get others to do what they want them to do. E) vote without being influenced by outside forces.
To overcome the free rider problem, many interest groups offer material benefits. What are tangible incentives?
a. the policies that interest groups help to bring about b. benefits given only to group members c. campaign contributions to elected officials d. bonuses given to the most effective lobbyists
If researchers provide negative, false feedback to participants, the performance of those participants may worsen. According to research, subsequent debriefing
a. leads to improved subsequent performance compared to participants who are not debriefed. b. often results in anger on the part of the deceived participants. c. makes no difference to the participants in subsequent behavior. d. leads to later frustration on the part of the participants.
Interest groups rarely try to elect their leaders to political positions
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.