Why are races for statewide offices, such as the Assembly and Senate, so expensive?
A. money is easy to obtain, so politicians spend it
B. the most efficient, but also the most expensive, way to reach large numbers of voters is through paid media (such as television advertisements)
C. campaign managers demand exorbitant fees, which drives up the cost of elections
D. wealthy candidates always participate in enough campaigns so that they drive up the cost of all elections
Answer: B
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A) debrief the participants about the deception and the reason for the deception. B) offer the participant a free doctor visit to make sure that no damage was done. C) provide a ride home for each participant. D) provide a note that says that the participant's intoxication is the result of a research study.
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