The Theory of the Median Voter May Not Work If

question 163

Multiple Choice

The theory of the median voter may not work if:
I. voters do not vote.
II. voters do not vote for the policy closest to their own positions.
III. there are multiple dimensions over which the voting occurs.

• A) I only
• B) II only
• C) I and II only
• D) I, II, and III

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Definitions:

Social Norms

Expected standards of conduct, which influence behavior.

Social Loafing

The tendency of individuals to put forth less effort when working in a group compared to when working alone.

Deindividuation

A psychological state characterized by diminished self-consciousness and decreased sense of personal responsibility, often occurring in group settings.

Social Facilitation

The tendency for people to perform differently when in the presence of others than when alone, often improving on simple tasks and performing poorly on complex tasks.