In 1992, the Media Continually Discussed and Mentioned Vice President

question 28

Multiple Choice

In 1992, the media continually discussed and mentioned Vice President Dan Quayle's inability to spell the word "potato" (which he spelled in a New Jersey classroom "potatoe") to highlight a mistake and influence the criteria that individuals use to judge politicians (namely to make Quayle seem incompetent) . What technique best describes the media's focus on Quayle here?

• A) framing
• B) priming
• C) mixing strategies
• D) logrolling
• E) pluralism

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Definitions:

Derated

The process of operating a device below its rated maximum capability in order to prolong its life or ensure safety under certain conditions.

Raceway

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Ampacity

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Circular Mils

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