The Translation of Values and Beliefs into a Way of Assessing

question 5

Multiple Choice

The translation of values and beliefs into a way of assessing the political environment is generally referred to as ______.

• A) political orientation
• B) liberal ideology
• C) party preference
• D) conservative ideology

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Definitions:

Pilot Research

An initial study conducted to test the feasibility of a project or experiment before a larger scale study is launched.

Third Variable

A factor that is not directly involved in the hypothesis being tested but may influence the relationship between the independent and dependent variables.

Reverse Causality

A situation in research or analysis where the direction of cause-and-effect is opposite to what is commonly presumed or is being investigated.

A Priori Causal Theory

Knowledge or reasoning based on theoretical deduction rather than empirical evidence, used to speculate about causes.