The chapter's "Unresolved Debate" box highlights the research of University of Michigan scholar Philip Converse. What question did Converse's work address?
a. What is the most important problem facing the country today?
b. Do American citizens have the stable, informed opinions necessary to make good decisions about politics?
c. What is the miracle of aggregation?
d. If public opinion changes, will change be gradual or rapid?
e. Do people believe that their votes affect public policy?
b
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Which of the following is true about voter turnout in Texas?
A. Voter turnout is generally higher in presidential elections than in other elections. B. Voter turnout is usually higher in Texas than the national average. C. Voter turnout is typically higher in primary elections than in general elections. D. Voter turnout is measured as the percentage of all individuals at least 21 years old who cast ballots.
Which of the following is probably the major concern about internet resources in exploring your research idea?
a. the accuracy of information at some Web sites b. the accuracy of information posted on Listserv's c. the theft of your research idea by hackers d. the quality of information received by e-mail from other researchers in the field
How many legislators must vote to declare an emergency?
a. one-third b. four-fifths c. two-thirds d. three-fifths
All of the following comparisons between the president and senators are true EXCEPT ______.
a. senators have always been chosen by direct election b. the minimum age to be president is older than the minimum age to be a senator c. presidents cannot be naturalized citizens d. presidents have shorter terms than senators e. presidents can be impeached