📌 Empirical statements are factual claims based on demonstrable evidence, whereas normative statements assert a value judgment or a goal for policy.
1. Which statement is empirical rather than normative?
2. Why is cross-national comparison useful when studying a political problem?
3. In systems theory, what happens after citizens and interest groups make demands on a political system?
What distinguishes empirical statements from normative statements?
Empirical statements are factual claims based on evidence, normative statements assert value judgments or policy goals.
What is the main use of cross-national data in comparative government?
To identify political and social problems, evaluate policies, and recommend reforms.
What does political culture consist of?
Norms, values, and expectations about how political power should be obtained and exercised.
In systems theory, what enters the political system as inputs?
Demands and support.
In systems theory, what do state institutions produce?
Policy outputs.
What role do citizens, media, and interest groups play in systems theory?
They provide feedback to the political system.
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