In the Political Ads for Representative Joe Smith,the Democratic Candidate,he

question 24

Multiple Choice

In the political ads for Representative Joe Smith,the Democratic candidate,he is portrayed by the Republican-sponsored ads as being dishonest and poor at his job.Yet,the ads for Joe Smith,which are paid for by the Democratic supporters,describe him as being caring,honest,and a hard worker.The sponsors of these advertisements know that ads can affect whom voters choose on Election Day.This tendency of decision makers,the voters in this case,to be influenced by how a situation or problem is presented to them is known as ____.

• A)framing bias
• B)stirring the waters
• C)goal displacement
• D)overconfidence bias
• E)the fog effect

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Definitions:

Child Abuse

Physical, sexual, or psychological maltreatment or neglect of a child, especially by a parent or a caregiver.

Contributing Factor

An element or circumstance that plays a significant role in leading to a particular outcome or event.

Older Persons

Individuals who are in the later stages of their life, typically those considered senior citizens or the elderly.

Suffer Abuse

To experience harm or mistreatment, often repeatedly, from someone in a position of power or trust.