Since 1976, the number of people who consider themselves independents has grown. (True or false?)

Since 1976, the number of people who consider themselves independents has grown.
 
  Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

Question -2-

In the early twentieth century, state party organizations were often led by U.S. senators. This was changed by the adoption of the Seventeenth Amendment.
 
  Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

Question -3-

In what sense are independent regulatory commissions independent?
 
  a. They are not paid by the federal government.
  b. They take their orders only from federal judges.
  c. Their members cannot be removed by the president merely because they disagree with his or her policies.
  d. They report directly to the House and Senate leadership.
  e. They report to the Supreme Court.