The Primary Assumption of Elite Theory Is That in Shaping

question 31

Multiple Choice

The primary assumption of elite theory is that in shaping public policy, ______.

• A) the public plays a central role through feedback processes
• B) the values and preferences of the general public are less influential than those of a small group of experts or leaders
• C) elites, such as interest groups and the public, are most influential
• D) at the early states of policy making, the public plays a stronger role, while elites decide on policy

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Definitions:

Achievement Motivation

The drive or urge to attain a goal or a standard of excellence, often related to the persistence and effort people put into tasks to meet personal and societal criteria of success.

David McClelland

is known for his work on achievement motivation, including the theory that people are motivated by the need for achievement, power, and affiliation.

Need Achievement Theory

A psychological theory that explores motivation and focuses on how an individual's need for achievement influences their behavior and performance.

TAT

Thematic Apperception Test, a projective psychological test that involves creating stories about ambiguous scenes and images, used to uncover a person's underlying thoughts, motives, and feelings.