Since 1956, the First- Through Twelfth-Grade Weekly Reader Student Poll

question 55

Multiple Choice

Since 1956, the first- through twelfth-grade Weekly Reader student poll has correctly predicted the outcome of every presidential election. What is the best explanation for this?

• A) Children mimic that behavior of their parents.
• B) The media have a strong influence on children.
• C) Stratified sampling is used.
• D) It is a highly effective random sample.
• E) Children are likely to vote like the majority of their community, therefore making the poll an accurate predictor.

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