The Idea That Most People Have Similar Beliefs, Values, and Goals

question 49

Multiple Choice

The idea that most people have similar beliefs, values, and goals and that societal laws reflect the majority view is most consistent with:

• A)the pluralist paradigm.
• B)the conflict paradigm.
• C)the consensus paradigm.
• D)the repressive paradigm.

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Definitions:

Political Efficacy

The belief or confidence in one's ability to understand and influence political events.

Political Advocacy

The act of using strategic actions or lobbying to influence government policy or public opinion on specific political issues.

Political Ethics

The practice of making moral considerations about political action and political systems.

Administrative Agencies

Governmental bodies responsible for enforcing laws, creating regulations, and overseeing specific administrative areas.