Some critics are wary of opinions polls. Identify and describe two common criticisms levied against the use of polls in assessing public opinion
What will be an ideal response?
An ideal response will:
1, List two common criticisms of polling: they can be misleading and can be manipulated to advance a political agenda.
2, Explain why these criticisms are significant for thinking about the relationship between public opinion polls and democracy.
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a. Competitive advantage b. Comparative advantage c. Contrasting advantage d. Relative advantage
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a. To promote human rights and democracy b. To build an anti-Communist alliance c. To play off the Chinese government against the Soviet Union d. To increase Nixon's popularity at home e. To listen to Kissinger's foreign policy advice
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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.