Attitudes introduce bias into perceptions and interpretations of political information because people tend to pay more attention and give more credence to sources and information that confirm rather than challenge their beliefs.

Which of the following was the cause of stagflation when Paul Volcker was appointed chairman of the Federal Reserve in 1979?

a. falling energy prices b. falling unemployment rates c. huge budget deficits d. rising productivity

Which of the following is true?

a. The British Constitution was written in the 13th Century. b. The British Constitution was the basis for the American Constitution. c. The British Constitution is the longest constitution in the world. d. Great Britain has no written constitution.