Some people stop voting for less-recognizable,lower level offices as they work their way toward the end of ballots.This phenomenon is called ______.

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Roll-off is the phenomenon in which voters tend to stop voting for less recognizable, lower level offices as they work their way toward the end of the ballot. This can result in a decrease in overall voter turnout for these offices. Apathy and polarization are not specific to this phenomenon, and low turnout could be caused by a variety of factors beyond just roll-off.

Some People Stop Voting for Less-Recognizable,lower Level Offices as They