Which of the following statements about two-party political systems is true?
a. They encourage compromise and relatively moderate party platforms designed to appeal to a broad spectrum of citizens.
b. They are superior to multiple-party systems for ensuring that minority positions are heard.
c. They are based on proportional representation, so a party that receives 49 of the popular vote gets 49 of the legislative seats.
d. They have problems because their platforms completely overlap.
e. They cause a centrifugal polarization on issues.
Question 2
Data on members of Congress indicate that they are disproportionately:
a. white, male, and 50-59 years old.
b. male, Hispanic and white, and 45-65 years old.
c. male, white, and 45-55 years old.
d. white, male or female, and 60-70 years old.
e. white, over 60, and major business owners.
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