When the Media Focus on a Candidate's Relative Standing in the Polls

question 31

Multiple Choice

When the media focus on a candidate's relative standing in the polls instead of substantive issues,they are demonstrating ______ coverage.

• A) bandwagon
• B) horse race
• C) momentum
• D) lame duck
• E) dog show

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Definitions:

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