Question

in the context of understanding public opinion, which of the following is the best definition of values?

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a persons political party
a specific preference on a particular issue
a persons general philosophy about the role of government
basic principles that shape a persons opinions about issues and events

Explanation:

Distinguish values from other public opinion concepts

• "a person's political party" describes partisan identification.
• "a specific preference on a particular issue" defines an attitude or opinion.
• "a person's general philosophy about the role of government" defines a political ideology.
• "basic principles that shape a person's opinions about issues and events" defines political values (or beliefs), which serve as the broad, underlying foundation for specific attitudes.

Answer:

• a person's political party
• a specific preference on a particular issue
• a person's general philosophy about the role of government
• basic principles that shape a person's opinions about issues and events (Correct answer)