Question

question 14

political socialization is a predictable pattern in the way people think that can keep you from objectively weighing evidence and changing your mind.

true
false

question 15

your parents political leanings and your broader family environment affect your political views.

true
false

Explanation:

Analyze Question 14

The statement defines "political socialization" as a predictable pattern in the way people think that can keep you from objectively weighing evidence and changing your mind. This definition is incorrect. The described phenomenon is actually a cognitive bias (such as confirmation bias or motivated reasoning). Political socialization is the process by which individuals acquire their political beliefs, values, and behaviors. Therefore, the statement is False.

Analyze Question 15

The statement asserts that your parents' political leanings and your broader family environment affect your political views. In political science, the family is recognized as the primary and most influential agent of political socialization. Therefore, the statement is True.

Answer:

Question 14

• True
• False (Correct answer)

Question 15

• True (Correct answer)
• False