In Considering the Effects of Real-World Events and News Coverage

question 11

Multiple Choice

In considering the effects of real-world events and news coverage on presidential popularity regarding the issues of unemployment and terrorism, which of the following is true?

• A) News coverage of unemployment has more impact on popularity than the rate of unemployment.
• B) News coverage of terrorism has more impact on popularity than the number and scope of terrorist events.
• C) In both issue areas, real-world events are more influential than news coverage.
• D) In both issue areas, news coverage is more influential than real-world events.

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Definitions:

Type A Personality

A temperament characterized by high levels of competitiveness, self-motivation, aggressiveness, and a constant sense of urgency.

Laid Back

A relaxed or calm attitude towards life and work situations.

Irritable

Easily annoyed or provoked to anger, indicating a lack of patience or tolerance.

Intuitive-Type

Individuals who rely more on intuition and subjective interpretation than on systematic planning and objective analysis.