When an individual filters incoming information through personal biases and interests and then decides what to pay attention to, this person has engaged in ______.
a. priming
b. selective perception
c. framing
d. information staging
e. political accountability
b. selective perception
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Which of the following rights is guaranteed by the Sixth Amendment to the Constitution?
A. The right to keep and bear arms B. The right to be protected against unreasonable searches and seizures C. The right to oppose excessive fines and unusual punishments D. The right to a speedy and public trial E. The right to practice any religion
The requirement of standing means that to sue in federal court one must demonstrate that he or she:
a. has contacted all similarly situated potential plaintiffs b. can prove their case beyond a reasonable doubt c.has tried to resolve the issue through the other branches of government d. has been involved in an actual dispute.
Which of the following is considered to be one of the major national newspapers?
a. the National Republic b. the New York Times c. the London Times d. USA Today
When tax rates go up as income increases, the tax is said to be
a. progressive. b. broad-based. c. ability-to-pay. d. regressive. e. regulatory.