Arrow’s theorem demonstrates that elections cannot be the perfect means of making decisions because of which of the following?
A. The way votes are tallied can significantly alter the outcome.
B. Too many people do not vote.
C. Elections are always confusing to many people.
D. Corruption is an inevitable part of politics.
A. The way votes are tallied can significantly alter the outcome.
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A) Researchers often don't clearly state all details of their procedures. B) Researchers fear that their theories will be stolen if they give too many details. C) There is not enough money available for replications. D) Replication studies are viewed as low-prestige research.
Why are Social Security and Medicare said to be the "third rail" of American politics?
A) Because they cannot be touched in any way without hurting the person or party who tries to change them B) Because there is so much political energy around these issues C) Because they are necessary for the system to work D) Because they are so ingrained in society that most politicians couldn't think of an alternative means of providing benefits E) Because both parties use the same system of providing benefits
According to Keck and Sikkink, accountability politics involves
a. holding governments to account through organized protests. b. exposing the gap between a government's rhetoric and its actions on an issue. c. refusing to contribute to the campaigns of politicians who renege on promises. d. encouraging voters to hold politicians accountable at the next election if they do not support a certain position. e. creating an atmosphere in which politicians can openly disclose opposing viewpoints
Which term describes a characteristic of public opinion in which political preferences remain very stable over time?
A) intensity B) direction C) continuity D) randomization E) generalization