Which of the Following Statements About Party Building Is True

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about party building is true?

• A) Republicans have paid much more attention to party building than Democrats since the Eisenhower presidency.
• B) Democrats have paid much more attention to party building than Republicans since the Eisenhower presidency.
• C) Both parties have completely abandoned party building since the Eisenhower presidency.
• D) Both parties have devoted equal effort to party building since the Eisenhower presidency.
• E) The Bipartisan Campaign Finance Reform Act outlawed party-building activities.

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Definitions:

Reward Power

The capability of an individual to offer positive incentives, such as promotions or bonuses, to influence others’ behaviors or attitudes.

Expert Power

The influence and authority someone has due to their specialized knowledge or expertise.

Coercive Power

A form of power that is based on the ability to deliver punishments or impose sanctions on others.

Referent Power

is the influence one has over others based on their loyalty, respect, or admiration towards the person.