Which statement accurately characterizes elitism?
a. Elites tend to be concerned, public-spirited decision makers.
b. Elitism does not exist in a true democracy.
c. Most communication flows downward from elites to the masses.
d. Elites always exploit or oppress the masses.
Answer: c
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a. The names of the candidates appear on the ballot. b. National and provincial elections are held at different times. c. Parties nominate separate lists of candidates for the National Assembly and each province, thus allowing voters to divide their support between two parties. d. Individual candidates for the parties run in specific districts for seats in the National Assembly. e. Parties nominate a single list of candidates for the National Assembly and each of the provinces, thus ensuring that the party that wins the national election will also control the provincial governments.