The selective perception of most voters means that they A. make rational choices about the purposive benefits to themselves of voting for a particular candidate. B. keep a fairly open mind regarding the candidates during the election campaign, and choose based on rational analysis. C. are susceptible to having their minds changed fairly easily by effective campaigns. D. pay most attention to things they already agree with, and interpret events according to their own predispositions.

On the doctoral journey, you will need to adjust your thinking and perspective. it is inevitable that your world view will be challenged. how you respond to those instances of challenging remains in your control. this may sound daunting and even seem to be unacceptable, but it is the inexorable result of engaging in "deep thinking" while becoming an academic. remember, you are not just becoming a researcher, but you are also becoming a learned person (an academic) who will be charged with the responsibility of acting as a gatekeeper of knowledge and knowledge development. what distinguishes an infant academic from a mature academic? explain. how does the above biblical challenge to move toward mature thinking parallel the increased responsibility for knowledge and knowledge development that comes with the earning of a doctoral degree? explain.