In the context of American democracy, which of the following is true of majoritarianism?
A. It is a belief that public policy should be in accordance with the opinion of the most powerful in the nation.
B. It is popular but political scientists find it to be a startlingly poor description of how politics actually works.
C. It is believed to contain elements of truth and practicality.
D. It contends that the government is controlled by one or more elite groups.
E. It supports the elite theory that explains how politics works.
Answer: B
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