According to a Recent Analysis of Data from a Sample

question 92

Multiple Choice

According to a recent analysis of data from a sample of nationally representative high school seniors, which of the following statements regarding adolescents' civic engagement and political participation is true?

• A) Since 1990, there has been a steady decrease in the proportion of young people who report participating in community service activities.
• B) Between 1976 and 1990, there was a decrease in the proportion of young people participating in conventional civic activities (e.g., voting, contacting elected officials).
• C) Since 1990, the proportion of young people who engage in alternative political activities (e.g., boycotts, demonstrations) has increased.
• D) Between 1976 and 1990, participation in alternative political activities (e.g., boycotts, demonstrations) decreased.

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