A Member of Congress Who Wants to Act on What

question 26

Multiple Choice

A member of Congress who wants to act on what the majority of his or her constituency thinks on a particular issue would be advised to respond to which of the following indicators?

• A)letters from constituents
• B)the editorial positions of newspapers in the constituency
• C)public demonstrations by constituents
• D)a poll based on a random selection sample of constituents
• E)the number of yard signs on major streets

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Definitions:

Delegator

A person or entity that assigns tasks or duties to another party (the delegatee) while maintaining ultimate responsibility.

Obligation

A duty or commitment requiring an individual or entity to act in a certain way, often legally binding.

Duress

A situation where a person is compelled to perform an act or enter into a contract under threat of violence, harm, or undue pressure.

Doctrine

A system of principles or tenets adopted and propagated by a religious organization, political entity, or similar body.