Since Party Labels Reduce the Costs of Obtaining the Information

question 1

Multiple Choice

Since party labels reduce the costs of obtaining the information about candidates and policy proposals necessary to make reasonable political choices,party identification may be understood as a/an ____________________ that citizens use to facilitate political participation.

• A) informational shortcut
• B) rational choice
• C) running tally of political judgments
• D) formal declaration of party affiliation
• E) psychological attachment

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Definitions:

Authority

The capability or privilege to direct actions, decide on matters, and command adherence.

Govern

To officially and legally direct or control policies, actions, or the functioning of a state, community, or organization.

Fighting Words

Language that by its very utterance is likely to incite violence or immediate breach of the peace.

First Amendment

Part of the United States Constitution that protects freedoms concerning religion, expression, assembly, and the right to petition the government.