Some observers of elections indicate that although debates may not have a direct impact on vote intentions they can

a. change the dynamics of a campaign, which may influence the outcome.
b. be very effective in swaying voter opinion.
c. change candidate preference following the debate.
d. follow the historical model that the winner of the debates usually wins the presidency.
e. help the underdog candidates at the expense of the front-running candidate.


ANS: A

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