The national party convention has developed into a contentious meeting that selects candidates for congressional, state, and local offices

Which of the following about U.S. voters is NOT true?

a. Although an increasing number of people label themselves as "independents," they tend to lean reliably toward one party or another. b. Generally, Democrats are less likely to vote on Election Day, especially in an off year. c. The electorate is evenly divided between the two parties, especially when one accounts for independents who lean towards one party or another. d. Republicans are strongest in the South and Mountain West whereas Democrats are strongest in the Northeast and West Coast. e. Of the two parties, the Republicans have a more fragile coalition.

What is a major weakness of the rational approach?

a. lack of attention to calculating consequences b. lack of attention to identifying alternatives c. lack of complete information d. lack of emphasis on inputs and outputs