Political Science Concepts

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Define political socialization

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The process by which individuals acquire their political beliefs and values.

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Define survey research

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A method of collecting information by asking questions to a sample of individuals.

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Define sampling frame

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A list of individuals from which a sample is drawn for a survey.

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When are polls most accurate?

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Polls are most accurate when conducted close to the election date.

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Define framing effect

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The way information is presented influences how it is perceived.

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Define margin of error

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A measure of the accuracy of a public opinion poll.

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Describe who should be surveyed for election questions?

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A representative sample of the population likely to vote.

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Define exit polls

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Surveys conducted with voters immediately after they have exited the polling stations.

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What happens to the margin of error as the sample size increases?

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The margin of error decreases as the sample size increases.

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What is timing in relation to polling?

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The period during which polls are conducted and reported.