Which of the Following Statements About Partisanship in the Texas

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about partisanship in the Texas legislature is correct?

• A) Partisan rivalries have been high throughout the history of the Texas legislature.
• B) Historically, partisanship has been rather low, but in recent years the legislature has moved into a more partisan era.
• C) The legislature was divided by partisan bickering before the 1980s, but the conflict has decreased steadily since then.
• D) The Texas Constitution was amended in 1986 to forbid partisanship from interfering with the legislative process.

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Definitions:

Conflict Outcomes

The consequences or results that arise from conflicts within or between groups, affecting relationships and performance.

Manifest Conflict

A type of conflict that becomes openly expressed or visible in behavior, as opposed to being hidden or suppressed.

Emotional Intelligence

The skill to recognize, govern, and articulate emotional states, while also managing relationships with others carefully and compassionately.

Supportive Team Norms

Group standards that encourage positive, cooperative behaviors among team members, promoting a healthy and productive work environment.