The Franking Privilege Is

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Multiple Choice

The franking privilege is

• A)the ability of a member of Congress to speak bluntly on the floor without fear of public ridicule.
• B)the ability of a member of Congress to speak on television for free during campaign season.
• C)the ability of a member of Congress to send mail for free by using their signature instead of a stamp.
• D)another term for redistricting.?
• E)illegal, as a result of a 1978 Supreme Court decision.

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Definitions:

System I Thinking

A term from dual-process theory referring to fast, automatic, emotional, and subconscious thought processes.

Utility Theory

A theory in economics and finance that describes how individuals choose among different options or actions based on their expected happiness or satisfaction.

Framing

The way a decision is phrased or the way options are described. Seemingly peripheral aspects of the framing can influence decisions by changing the point of reference.

Double-Or-Nothing

A gamble or bet in which the stakes are either doubled or lost entirely.