Let's break down the statements you've provided:
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Political parties nominate candidates, mobilize voters, and...
- This statement seems to be leading into a broader explanation of the functions of political parties, which indeed include nominating candidates and mobilizing voters.
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Media coverage, campaign ads, and public opinion polls do NOT play a significant role in shaping voter behavior.
- False. Media coverage, campaign ads, and public opinion polls do play a significant role in shaping voter behavior.
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Citizens have voluntary obligations like paying taxes, serving jury duty, and registering for military conscription.
- This statement is False regarding “voluntary obligations.” Paying taxes and serving jury duty are mandatory obligations. Registering for military conscription in many countries is also a legal requirement rather than a voluntary obligation.
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Special interest groups, through lobbying and contributions, can heavily influence electoral outcomes, shaping policy and...
- This statement is True. Special interest groups do indeed influence electoral outcomes and policy through various means, including lobbying and financial contributions.
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...legislation.
- This part of the statement completes the thought about shaping policy and is also True. Special interest groups can impact legislation as they advocate for specific interests or causes.
In summary:
- Political parties do important work in elections.
- The significance of media and polls in voter behavior is acknowledged.
- Obligations like taxes and jury duty are not voluntary.
- Special interest groups do influence electoral outcomes and legislation.
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