The mayor of Greensville, who is up for reelection next year, would like to approve the development of high-rise condo buildings in a city park on the river. Before committing to any course of action that might alienate her constituency, the mayor can test public opinion with a __________.

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A trial balloon is a test of public opinion, often done subtly or indirectly, before committing to a course of action. In this case, the mayor can gauge public opinion on the development of high-rise condo buildings in a city park on the river by sending out a trial balloon, such as a survey or a public meeting with a Q&A session.

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