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ASSIGNMENT:

1. What is power? Discuss five sources of power.

2. Define public opinion.

3. Describe five factors that can make public opinion unreliable in a democratic state.



Answer :

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Final answer:

Power is the ability to influence others or events. Public opinion reflects collective beliefs, but can be unreliable due to various factors.


Explanation:

Power

Power can be defined as the ability to influence or control the behavior of others or the course of events. It can be derived from various sources such as:

  1. Legitimate authority
  2. Coercion
  3. Reward
  4. Expertise
  5. Information

Public Opinion

Public Opinion refers to the collective beliefs, attitudes, and preferences of the people within a society. However, it can be unreliable in a democratic state due to factors such as:

  • Fake news and misinformation
  • Biased media coverage
  • Manipulation by political elites
  • Emotional or irrational decision-making
  • Lack of political knowledge among citizens

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