Economic interests are not a psychological factor, but rather a material factor that can influence political decision-making.

The primary function of political institutions is to regulate political behavior by setting rules and procedures for the acquisition and exercise of political power.

The media is not a type of political institution, but rather a social institution that can play a role in shaping political behavior.

Political institutions and political culture are mutually constitutive, meaning that they both influence and shape each other.

Cognitive dissonance is not a psychological mechanism that can lead to political polarization, but rather a state of psychological discomfort that occurs when a person holds two or more contradictory beliefs or values.

Political ideology plays a role in political decision-making by providing a framework for understanding the world, influencing the way people perceive and evaluate political information, and motivating people to take political action.

Peer socialization is not a type of political socialization, but rather a type of social learning that occurs through interaction with peers.

Political elites play a role in political decision-making by setting the agenda for political debate, controlling the flow of information to the public, and making the final decisions on policy.

Attending a political rally is not a type of political participation, but rather a form of political expression.

Political parties play a role in political decision-making by aggregating and articulating the interests of different groups in society, providing a platform for political candidates to run for office, and helping to organize and mobilize voters.

Libertarianism is not a type of political ideology, but rather a political philosophy that emphasizes individual liberty and limited government.

Interest groups play a role in political decision-making by lobbying elected officials to support their interests, providing information to policymakers about the impact of different policies, and mobilizing their members to vote for candidates who support their interests.

Oligarchy is not a type of political system, but rather a form of government in which a small group of people hold power.

The media plays a role in political decision-making by informing the public about political issues and candidates, shaping public opinion about political issues and candidates, and providing a platform for political candidates to communicate with the public.

Egalitarian is not a type of political culture, but rather a political ideology that emphasizes equality and social justice.