Which of These Must Occur for the Prospective Voting Model

question 215

Multiple Choice

Which of these must occur for the prospective voting model to work?

• A) Each of the two parties must be cohesive and unified.
• B) Each must take clear policy positions that differ significantly from the other party's position.
• C) Citizens must accurately understand each of the party's positions.
• D) The winning party must do exactly what it said it would do.
• E) All of the above are correct.

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Definitions:

Bystander Effect

A social psychological theory that individuals are less likely to offer help to a victim when other people are present.

Diffusion of Responsibility

Refers to a sociopsychological phenomenon where individuals are less likely to take action or feel a sense of responsibility in the presence of a large group of people.

Pluralistic Ignorance

A psychological phenomenon where individuals wrongly believe their feelings and beliefs are different from those of the group, often leading to conformity despite personal objections.

Good Samaritan Effect

A phenomenon where individuals are more likely to help others in need without expecting anything in return, inspired by the biblical parable of the Good Samaritan.